It's 2013 Columbus Day Sales at Lowe's and other major US retailers that include Amazon, Best Buy, Macy's, Sears and Walmart. Lowe's Columbus Day Sales 2013 will be on Monday, October 14, 2013.
Traditionally, Columbus Day is being celebrated in the US every second Monday of October.
Based on Lowe's official website, the retailer is offering discounts and free delivery during this event.
Below is a complete list of the best deals available during the 2013 Lowe's Columbus Day Sales.
Best Columbus Day Sales:
American Eagle: Extra 40% Off Everything + Free Shipping w/ Code: 09L27551 [Exp 10/14]
Best Buy: Columbus Day Sale | Up to 50% Off for 4 Days [Exp 10/14]
hhgregg: Up to 25% off + extra 5% off
Joe's New Balance Outlet: Extra $5-$15 off site-wide
Lowe's: Up to 75% Off Columbus Day Clearance & Deals
Kohls: Columbus Day Sale + Extra 20% Off with Code: OCTFAMILY20 [Exp 10/14]
Macy's: Columbus Day Sale + Extra 20% Off with Code: FALL
Sears: Columbus Day Kick Off + Extra 5-15% Off
ShoeBuy: $15 off orders $60+ & free shipping with code EMLCOLUMBUSDAY13
Electronics/Tech Deals:
Best Buy: Up to 40% Off the Top 10 TV Deals of the Week
Dell: 20% Off Laptops Over $230+ with Code: SAVE20LAP$230 [Exp 10/16]
HP.com: Extra $20 Off $100 with a Dealsplus Exclusive Code: DEALSPLUS20
Newegg: Up to 70% Off the 4-Day Columbus Sale [Exp 10/14]
Office Depot: $40 Off $200 with Code: A5FP2XDMXQQ004 [Exp 10/14]
Office Max: $10 Off $40 Printable [Exp 10/12]
PC Richard: 104th Birthday Hot Deals (savings in every department)
Rakuten.com (Buy.com): Up to 40% Off Hot Tech Deals
Sprint: $100 Off with phone number transfer (Free iPhone 5C, Samsung Galaxy S3, iPhone 5)
Staples: 30% Off Select Laptops, Computers, Tablets + 5% Back w/ Staples Rewards
Walmart: Up to 70% Off the October Savings Event[Exp 10/31]
Travel Deals:
Expedia: 40% Off Select Vacation Packages for Columbus Day Travel Deals
Groupon: Groupon Columbus Day Travel Deals & More [Exp. 10/16]
Hotels.com: Up to 40% Off + 10% Off w/ Code: OCTOBER10OFF [Exp 10/14]
JetBlue: 40% Off Top 10 Columbus Day Vacation & Travel Deals
Hotwire: Up to 50% Off with Low Hotwire Hot-Rates
Southwest Vacations: All Destinations on Sale: Up to $100 Off w/ Code: BONUS100 [Exp 10/10]
Travelocity: Up to 55% Off Hotels, Vacations, Cruises and More
Clothing, Shoes & Accessories
6pm.com: Up to 75% Off the Columbus Day Sale [10/14 - 10/16]
Abercrombie: 30% Off Everything + Free Shipping on $100 w/ code: 12530 [Exp 10/12]
Aeropostale: $10 Off $50 in Stores with Printable Coupon [Exp 10/31]
Amazon: Columbus Day Watch Sale
Bare Necessities: 20% Off Your $70+ Purchase with code: BPP20
Bluefly: Up to 85% Off + $25 Off $100 with Code: FAB25 [Exp 10/20]
Catherine's: 25-50% Off Secret Sale + $10 Off $25 with Code: CLIP16CA [Exp. 11/26]
The Children's Place: 20% Off Entire Order with Code: K7G613 [Exp. 10/31]
Coldwater Creek: Up to 60% Off Outlet + $30 Off $100 with Code: NWX6839 [Exp. 10/14]
Crocs: 31 Days of Sales and Deals + extra savings with Coupon Codes [Exp. 10/31]
Dockers: Up to 50% Off + 15% Off with Code: DOCK15OFF
eBags: Up to 60% Off + Extra 10% Off Everything with Code: EM4XB98N1I
Eddie Bauer: Up to 50% Off Fall Sale + Columbus Day Deals
Express: 70% Off Select Sale Items + Extra $25 Off $100 with Code: 1900
G by GUESS: Extra 50% Off Sale Items
Groupon: Groupon Columbus Day Deals [Exp. 10/16]
GUESS: 50% Off Sale Items or 15% Off Regular Price Items with Code: FNPNTEB
GUESS by Marciano: 30% Off Select Styles or 15% Off Regular Price Items with Code: FNPNTEB
H&M: 20% Off Your Highest Price Item with Code: 0560 [Exp. 10/11]
Justice: 50% Off Everything w/ Code: 705 [Exp 10/17]
Kohls: Extra 20% Off Everything with Code: OCTFAMILY20 [Exp 10/14]
Lacoste: Final Markdowns Up to 60% Off
Land's End: Up to 65% Off + Free Shipping on $50+
LivingSocial: Extra 10% Off Site Wide with Code: OCT10
Macy's: Extra 15% Off $100 with Code: TXTCLB
Nordstrom: Up to 70% Off Clothing, Shoes, Accessories, Designer Goods, More
Pac Sun: Extra 50% Off + Extra 15% Off $50 with Code: CELEBRATE
Payless: Up to 30% Off or 20% Off Regular Price Items with Code: ZZFALL20 [Exp. 10/21]
Perry Ellis: Extra 50% Off Sale + Extra 20% Off with Code: PEWELCOME
Polo Ralph Lauren: Columbus Day Weekend Sale - 25% Off with Code: RLOCT25 [Exp. 10/14]
Reebok: Extra $15 Off $75 Printable Coupon for All Reebok Outlets [Exp 12/31]
Timberland: Extra 10% Off with Code: WELCOME13 [Exp. 12/31]
Tommy Hilfiger: Extra 30% Off Clearance + 15-25% Off with Code: THOCTOBER [Exp. 10/31]
UrbanOG: Up to 60% Off Columbus Day Deals
World of Watches: Up to 90% Off Select Watches + $10 Off $75 with Code: SAVINGS10
Home & Department Store Deals & Coupons
Ace Hardware: Extra 5-15% Off with Code: ACE2013 [Exp 12/31]
Best Buy: Up to 60% Off a Single, Regular Priced Item with Code: DOBIGTHINGS
Brylane Home: Up to 50% Off + $20 Off $100+ with Code: BHAFFPROM1 [Exp 1/14/14]
Home Depot: Up to 50% Off Deals of the Day, Sales and Promotions of the Week
The Land of Nod: Up to 70% Off Sale
Lowe's: Up to 75% OffColumbus Day Clearance & Deals
PC Richard: 10% Off Frigidaire Appliances + Free Gifts with Purchase
Quill: $20 Off $100 with Code: SU2DLR29 [Exp 10/31]
Sears: Extra 5-15% Off Columbus Day Values + $5 Off $50 with Code: SEARS5OFF50
Target: Up to 50% Off Furniture, Home Items, Clothing, More
Pet Coupon Codes:
Pet Food Direct: Up to 45% Off Pet Sale + Extra $20 Off $15 with Code: PFDSAVE20 [Exp 12/31]
PetCare Rx: 15% Off Everything with Code: SAVE214 [Exp 12/31]
Petco: Up to 40% Off + Extra $10 Off $50 with Code: PALSWELCOME50
October 13, 2013
Walmart Columbus Day Sales 2013 Offers Discounts Before Halloween
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| Walmart Columbus Day Sales 2013 Image credit: Walmart.com |
Columbus Day Sales of major retailers that include Walmart, Amazon, Best Buy, Macy's and Sears may not be too popular to online and in-store shoppers. However, for those who are really looking for discounts all-year round, you may want to check out the 2013 Walmart Columbus Day Sales.
Traditionally, Columbus Day is celebrated during the second Monday of October.
This year, Walmart Columbus Day Sales is giving away discounts that brings down several items to its cheapest price.
As expected, Walmart Columbus Day Sales Ads can be seen on nationwide television and over the internet.
The official website of Walmart has given out a list of apparels that are on sale during Columbus Day 2013.
Among these items include:
- Boy's Toddler Visor Hat and Mitten Set for $8.00
- George - Boys' 7-Piece Short-Sleeve Polo Shirts & Flat Front Pants From $49.00
- Hanes - Women's Printed Thermal Underwear Crew Tee and Leggings From $12.00
- Danskin Now Women's Leggings and Sports Bra 4-Pack Bundle From $25.00
- Dickies - Big Men's Utility Jean, 2 Pack Value Bundle From $48.00
- Eastsport Backpack & Avia Sneaker Bundle From $29.97
- NCAA - Juniors Short Sleeve Tee, Choose Your Team From $24.97
note: All items mentioned above can be availed with Free shipping on orders over $50
For more discounted apparel items available during the 2013 Walmart Columbus Day Sales, visit the official website of Walmart.
October 7, 2013
Leandro Mendoza dies at age 67
Former Executive and Department of Transportation and Communications (DOTC) secretary Leandro Mendoza passed away on Monday Morning, October 7, 2013. He was 67-years-old.
Batangas 4th District Representative Mark Llandro Mendoza announced that his father died at 1:30 a.m. inside their ancestral house in Sitio Pag-Asa, Barangay Poblacion, San Juan, Batangas.
Congressman Mendoza said that the elder Mendoza suffering another stroke. "Biglaan lang. He was in his rehabilitation when he suffered another stroke," Rep. Mendoza explained.
The ex-PNP Chief is survived by his wife Soledad and six children, Maria Lea Mendoza-Apita, Michael Mendoza, Maria Leilani Mendoza-Viloria, Mark Llandro Mendoza, Matthew Mendoza and Lean Mendoza.
Last March 17, 2012, Mendoza suffered a heart attack while celebrating his birthday at a resort in San Juan, Batangas. He was airlifted to St. Luke's Medical Center in Bonifacio Global City and was able to survived the heart attack.
Rep. Mendoza said his father's remains will lie at the Heritage Park in Taguig City. Internment details will be announced by the family at a later time.
Batangas 4th District Representative Mark Llandro Mendoza announced that his father died at 1:30 a.m. inside their ancestral house in Sitio Pag-Asa, Barangay Poblacion, San Juan, Batangas.
Congressman Mendoza said that the elder Mendoza suffering another stroke. "Biglaan lang. He was in his rehabilitation when he suffered another stroke," Rep. Mendoza explained.
The ex-PNP Chief is survived by his wife Soledad and six children, Maria Lea Mendoza-Apita, Michael Mendoza, Maria Leilani Mendoza-Viloria, Mark Llandro Mendoza, Matthew Mendoza and Lean Mendoza.
Last March 17, 2012, Mendoza suffered a heart attack while celebrating his birthday at a resort in San Juan, Batangas. He was airlifted to St. Luke's Medical Center in Bonifacio Global City and was able to survived the heart attack.
Rep. Mendoza said his father's remains will lie at the Heritage Park in Taguig City. Internment details will be announced by the family at a later time.
2013 Bar Exams: 5,593 Law Graduates took 112th Examinations
The October 2013 Bar examinations started at the University of Santo Tomas on Sunday, October 6. It will be a four Sunday examinations for a total of 5,593 law graduates.
Reports say that examinees came as far as Mindanao, Iloilo and Isabela to take the annual Bar exams. This years examinations is the 112th Bar exams.
Examinees took the Political Law exam in the morning and Labor Law exam in the afternoon.
Manila Police District provided a tight security and deployed 250 cops within the perimeter of the university.
Police Chief Superintendent Isagani Ganabe explained that "Ang binabantayan namin talaga dito yung last day dahil sa mga welcomers, pero ganun din ang first day."
Reports say that examinees came as far as Mindanao, Iloilo and Isabela to take the annual Bar exams. This years examinations is the 112th Bar exams.
Examinees took the Political Law exam in the morning and Labor Law exam in the afternoon.
Manila Police District provided a tight security and deployed 250 cops within the perimeter of the university.
Police Chief Superintendent Isagani Ganabe explained that "Ang binabantayan namin talaga dito yung last day dahil sa mga welcomers, pero ganun din ang first day."
October 6, 2013
Petronas Malaysia to build $35B LNG Plant in Canada
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| Petronas Malaysia is building CAD$ LNG Project in CanadaImage credit: Instagram |
Angel Locsin is Darna in new Star Cinema movie
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| Angel Locsin as Darna Image credit: igma.tv |
2013 Formula 1 Korean Grand Prix Results: Sebastian Vettel Wins F1 Race in Yeongam
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| 2013 F1 Korean Grand Prix Results Image credit: Formula1.com |
October 3, 2013
Bigfoot footage: Researchers Presents HD Videos
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October 2, 2013
Microsoft Surface Pro Tablets: Launches October 22, Starts at $799
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| Surface Pro Tablet Image credit: Microsoft.com |
The new line of Microsoft tablets is expected to directly compete with Apple iPad and Google Android tablets.
According to its official website, Microsoft described Surface Pro as "A laptop in tablet form, Surface Pro brings together the best of Microsoft in one awesome new device."
The Intel® CoreTM i5 processor runs virtually all your favorite programs, including Office1, with blazing fast speed.
A Digitimes report explained the Redmond company's strategy,
Microsoft’s current plight is due to its late entry to the mobile market, high product prices, and weak ecosystem compared to its competitors. Microsoft’s strategy of developing its tablet operating system using its PC operating system as the base, is the main problem preventing Windows-based tablets becoming standardized.
Pre-orders for the new line of Surface tablets are now available. Surface Pro prices starts at $799. Reports say that first generation Surface RT will still be available at a drop-down price of $350.
Surface tablets top selling point is the availability of Office applications.
Will you buy the new Microsoft Surface Pro?
UAAP Season 76 Finals: UST wins Game 1 vs. DLSU
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| UAAP Season 76 Finals: UST wins game 1 vs. DLSU Image credit: UAAP Sports TV |
Kevin Ferrer led all scorers with 20 points. Karim Abdul added 19 points and 12 rebounds. Jeric Teng had 17 points and seven rebounds for UST.
UST carried the momentum of their inspiring win against National University (NU) during the Final Four. The Tigers marched into the championship against the Archers after winning twice against NU.
The Growling Tigers lost a double-digit lead early in the game but was able to recover in time and come to within a win away from their first UAAP championship since 2006.
It was a well-attended game as 20,000 fans trooped to the SMART Araneta Coliseum to witness the UAAP Finals.
Everyone was in shocked after UST beat DLSU. UST head coach Pido Jarencio said, "Ako rin, na-shock ako! Panalo pala kami!"
At the start of the fourth quarter, La Salle was still leading 54-50.
Jeric Teng, however, took charged in the final quarter by getting five straight points to regain the lead for UST, 55-54.
With a little over two minutes to go, Karim Abdul coolly drained two charities to make it 68-63 in favor of UST, only to see La Salle's Jason Perkins drain a triple that made it a one-possession game, 66-68, with just 1:58 left.
After a split at the line by Jeron Teng made it a one-point game, UST's Kevin Ferrer drilled a booming triple from the top of the key that made it a four-point game, 73-69, with just 41 seconds left.
Jeron however, completed a three-point play immediately after to make it a one-point game anew, 72-73, with still 29.1 seconds left in the game.
But in the next play, Aljon Mariano lost the ball after an inbound pass from Ferrer. That gave La Salle a chance to win the game.
But Almond Vosotros missed an open three pointer and Abdul blocked LA Revilla's putback as time expires.
Game 2 of the UAAP Season 76 Finals will be on Saturday, October 5. The championship game will be played at the Araneta Coliseum and will be live on ABS-CBN's Channel 2.
Devina DeDiva De-activates Facebook Account
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| Devina DeDiva mocks 2013 Miss World Megan Young Image credit: Photo by Murdani Usman, Reuters |
However, it seems that Devina DeDiva cannot take the heat from the fire she personally lit up. After being bombarded with negative reactions from her racist Facebook post about the 2013 Miss World winner, Devina DeDiva, deactivated her account from the social networking site.
Last Monday, DeDiva posted her reaction about Megan Young being the Miss World pageant queen. DeDiva maligned Filipinos by saying that "They are poor, smelly from cleaning toilets and uneducated... They are mostly filthy maids and will be only of that status. End of story."
On Wednesday, October 2, former beauty queens made their presence felt by supporting Megan Young. Below are some of the reactions by previous Filipina pageant winners.
- The honor is not only Megan's but the Philippines. We have made history and have proven once and for all that the Filipina is the most beautiful woman in the world! Mabuhay ang Pilipinas - Cory Quirino, national director of Miss World Philippine.
- What’s wrong with being a maid? Is that a crime? - Gemma Cruz-Araneta, 1964 Miss International
- To all her detractors, bless your hearts. I am proud of and grateful for Megan’s simplicity and golden heart. - 1979 Miss International 1979 Melanie Marquez.
- I have nothing to say (to those critics). Let Megan show the world how great she is as a Filipino woman. Meanwhile, let's all do our best to uplift our country by giving nobility to our jobs…wherever we are. This is a call for everyone to step up and show the world that we are kind, God-fearing people. - Miriam Quiambao, 1999 Miss Universe first runner-up.
Justin Bieber Carried by Bodyguards in China During Great Wall Climb
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| Justin Bieber carried by bodyguards Image credit: Instagram |
Climbing and walking through the Great Wall of China is hard and tiring. However, Justin Bieber found a way to make it easier for him to traverse one of the World's Wonders.
The 19-year-old pop star reportedly asked his bodyguards to carry him on their shoulders during their tour of the Great Wall.
In several photos posted by fans on Instagram, Bieber seemed to look like a modern version of Chinese emperors being carried for transport.
Earlier, Bieber roamed around Beijing using his skateboard while letting his bodyguards run behind him.
Bieber fanatics justified the pop star's behavior with one @bieberandsupras tweeting "only Justin would have somebody carry him up the Great Wall of China, aw my baby boy."
October 1, 2013
Miley Cyrus Pregnant, Juicy J is Baby's Father
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| Miley Cyrus pregnant Image credit: Video grab on YouTube |
During the BET Hip Hop Awards in Atlanta on September 29, 2013, Miley Cyrus announced her condition.
The 20-year-old singer said that she’s expecting a baby with 38-year-old rapper Juicy J.
While on the stage Juicy J said Miley's "been doing a lot more than twerking."
With the crowd shocked and laughing, Miley reiterated, "No, I’m really pregnant!"
Billy Ray Cyrus, Miley's dad, took the stage saying that Miley's news "really broke my achy breaky heart.”
The BET Hip Hop Awards will be aired on TV on October 15 and only then can we see Miley Cyrus announcing her pregnancy with Juicy J.
But is Miley Cyrus really pregnant? What do you think?
Devina DeDiva Racist Comments Against Philippines' Miss World 2013 Winner Megan Young
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| Devina DeDiva posted racist comments on Facebook against 2013 Miss World from the Philippines. |
Reports say that Devina posted "Miss Philippines is Miss World? What a joke? I did not know those maids have anything else in them Ha Ha Ha."
Devina added that Pinays "are poor, smelly from cleaning toilets and uneducated.”
Those of you who wrote negatively to my comment, I got one question — who are you to stop my words when the world is democratic in freedom of speech?,” she added.
Addressing a comment saying, “We should not look down upon others,” DeDiva continued, “Maids are not to be looked upon.”
“They are mostly filthy maids and will be only of that status. End of story,” she said.
“Devina DeDiva” became the No. 1 trending topic in the Philippines on Twitter at around 3:50 p.m.
A Facebook page named “Haters of Devina Dediva” has already attracted 11,792 "Likes." The Facebook page posted, “Never, even a single Filipino, deserved to be looked down.”
September 30, 2013
Chito Miranda and Neri Naig Sex Video Scandal Part 2
The Chito Miranda and Neri Naig video scandal hasn't died down. The issue between the couple may heat up once more after a second sex video was uploaded over the internet.
Reports say that the second part of the Chito Miranda and Neri Naig sex video was uploaded at the Daily Motion website.
Chito and Neri's latest video has a length of over one minute.
The video shows Neri facing the video camera while Chito was behind her.
Is there a third sex video of this Chito Miranda and Neri Naig scandal?
What do you think?
September 29, 2013
Mitoy Yonting: First The Voice of the Philippines Grand Winner, Beats Klarisse de Guzman
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| Mitoy Yonting wins first The Voice PH Image credit: iTunes.Apple.com |
Mitoy Yonting proved that the very first The Voice of the Philippines title belongs to him, as he claimed earlier in the competition. He emerged as the grand winner during The Voice PH Finale Showdown at the Newport Performing Arts Theater of Resorts World Manila in Pasay City on Sunday, September 29, 2013.
Joining Mitoy of Team Lea in the Final Showdown is Klarisse de Guzman of Team Sarah, first runner-up winner. The other Grand Finalist of The Voice PH include Team Apl's Janice Javier and Team Bamboo's Myk Perez.
Mitoy will receive P2 million and a car for winning The Voice of the Philippines.
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| The Voice Philippines Image credit: Radio Republic |
During the opening number of the Finale night, Klarisse de Guzman of Team Sarah was the first to render a song with her coach, Sarah Geronimo and Robert Sena. The trio sang I Hope You Don't Mind.
Francisco "Bamboo" Manalac danced the Waltz as he sings Morning Rose with Myk who played the guitar again.
Janice sung Himig ng Pag-ibig with Lolota Carbon and rap The Time of My Life with her coach Apl.de.ap.
Mitoy, Lea Salonga and Vice Ganda provided an epic rendition of Bonnie Tyler's Total Eclipse of the Heart that surely brought the house down. The fans inside Resorts World made a standing ovation after Vice Ganda planted a kiss on Mitoy's lips.
During their individual performance, Klarisse rendered I'm Every Woman, Myk delivered Everything, Janice sung We Found Love and Mitoy comically rendered Leaving on a Jet plane.
Shane Filan, former lead vocalist of international singing boy band Westlife was a special guest during the Grand Finals of The Voice of the Philippines. Filan sang Fool Again with Klarisse and Janice and Uptown Girl with Myk and Mitoy.
During the Finale night, several The Voice PH keywords dominated Twitter Worldwide. Among the Twitter trending keywords include:
- #VoicePHFinale
- #VoicePHFinale
- #KampKawayan
- Go Klarisse
September 28, 2013
La Salle vs UST in UAAP Season 76 Men's Senior Basketball Finals
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| UAAP Season 76 Finals: DLSU Green Archers vs. UST Growling Tigers Image Credit: UAAP Fan Page |
It's DLSU vs. UST and Teng vs. Teng for the UAAP Season 76 Finals.
The 2013 UAAP Senior Men's Basketball Finals will feature De La Salle University (DLSU) Green Archers against the University of Santo Tomas (UST) Growling Tigers starting on Wednesday, October 2, 2013.
UST took the last ticket to the UAAP Season 76 Finals, after a hard-earned 76-69 victory over the National University Bulldogs at the Mall of Asia Arena on Saturday, September 28.
DLSU earned the first Men's Senior Basketball Finals seat after beating the Far Eastern University Tamaraws last Wednesday, September 25.
The Archers vs Tigers match-up will pit DLSL's Jeron Teng against his elder brother, UST's Jeric Allen Teng. The Teng brothers are siblings of former PBA player Alvin Teng.
September 27, 2013
Got To Believe: September 27 Episode Fails to Air due to Technical Problems
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| Got to Believe Image credit: ABS-CBN.com |
"Got to Believe" September 27, 2013 episode was not aired due to technical difficulties, according to a crawler ads by ABS-CBN on Friday. G2B is a leading primetime teleserye by ABS-CBN. "Got to Believe" features teen stars Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla.
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| Got to Believe Stars: Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla Image credit: ABS-CBN.com |
A lot of Kapamilya televiewers turned to social media to air their disgust over the delay of showing the teleserye. Several advertisements were shown until the network made the pronouncement that the September 27 episode was completely cancelled.
Yannie Maryanii Merkeydow laments on Facebook "yung ang got to believe ang naging commercial?? . ayun. .tapos n pla d na ngkaintndihan. . tss. . ."
@KryzleRahnelala tweeted "Congrats daw sa ABS-CBN! You've got a record for the longest commercial ever!!! Arrr xDHAHAHA"
ABS-CBN Advertising and Promotions Manager Mico del Rosario reached out to netizens by tweeting "Apologies for the technical problems."
The Kapamilya Network later confirmed that the September 27 episode will be aired completely on Monday, September 30.
Gold Retina iPad Mini Rumors: Touch ID on 2nd-Gen Apple Mini Tablet (Photos)
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| Golden Retina iPad-mini Image credit: BGR |
The highly anticipated Apple tablet is expected to be announced in October 2013.
Unconfirmed photos from ZOL has been making the rounds on social networking sites. The CBS Interactive owned company first published the golden Retina iPad Mini on Friday.
One photo showed the presence of a Touch ID fingerprint scanner similar to the iPhone 5S.
Space Gray is another featured color of the new iPad mini.
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| Retina iPad-mini with Touch ID Image credit: BGR |
iOS Updates: Apple releases version 7.0.2, fixes passcode bugs
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| iOS updates: Apple releases iOS 7.0.2 Image credit: iPhone 5 photo grab |
According to Apple, iOS 7.0.2 fixes bugs that can allow anyone to bypass the Lock screen passcode. Secondly, the latest iOS updates let's users use a Greek keyboard for a passcode entry.
The latest iOS updates is about 21.0 MB. To get more information about the recent iOS updates, check out the Apple website.
How to download iOS 7.0.2?
- On your iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch, tap on Settings.
- Tap on General,
- Tap on Software Upgrade,
- Tap on Download and Install,
- Just wait as Apple will do the rest.
note: Your device will restart once and you're ready to go.
Will you be downloading the iOS updates?
September 22, 2013
Suspension of Classes on September 23, 2013
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Local Government authorities made their announcement on Twitter, Sunday night.
According to Cavite Governor Revilla and Laguna Governor ER Ejercito, the basis of class suspension is due to PAGASA warning of possible flash floods in their province.
Based on the latest PAGASA weather forecast, Yellow Rainfall Advisory is in effect over Metro Manila, Rizal, Bulacan, Cavite, Bataan and portions of Zambales, Pampanga, Batangas, and Laguna as of 6:05 pm on Sunday.
PAGASA weather bulletin indicated that there will be moderate to occasionally heavy rains that may cause flooding in low-lying areas.
The Voice Philippines Grand Finalists: Mitoy, Myk, Klarisse, Janice
All Grand Finalists were voted through text from among the #VoicePHTop8 semi-finalists.
Lea Salonga's team will be represented in the Grand Finale by Mitoy. He received 108.7 points against Radha's 91.22 points. Mitoy became the first Grand Finalist of The Voice of the Philippines.
Myk received a total of 103.08 points to earn the right to represent Team Kawayan in the Grand Finale. Paolo got 96.92 points.
Klarisse dominated Team Sarah with 180 points. She won over Morisette.
Finally, Team Apl's Janice won over Thor. Janice received 112.85 points while Thor had 87.15.
Below is the complete list Grand Finalists for the very first Grand Finale of The Voice of the Philippines.
- Mitoy for Team Lea,
- Myk for Team Bamboo,
- Klarisse for Team Sarah,
- Janice for Team Apl
850 Snakes Found in Shirley Home
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| 850 snakes found in NY Image credit: AP / Daily Mail |
Authorities say that along with the 850 snakes found in two garage of Richard Parinello were two 6-foot Burmese pythons.
The 44-year-old Brookhaven Town employee is being accused of selling the snakes.
Keeping Burmese pythons is illegal in the state of New York.
According to Suffolk County SPCA Chief Roy Gross, "There is a reason why Burmese pythons are illegal."
Last month, two young boys, Noah and Connor Barthe, in New Brunswick, Canada were reportedly fell victim by an African rock python.
BBM Download for iOS 7, Android Devices Stopped, For Now
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| BBM for iOS 7 and Android Download Coming Soon Image credit: Blackberry |
According to reports, Blackberry halted the availability of free BBM app in iTunes Store and Google Play.
During its brief release, BBM app was downloaded by about 1.1 million Android users.
iOS users in New Zealand reportedly got the chance of downloading the messaging service of Blackberry.
Blackberry's Luke Reimer explained that "As soon as we are able, we will begin a staggered country roll-out of BBM for Android and continue the roll-out of BBM for iPhone. … These issues have not impacted BBM service for BlackBerry."
Is the stoppage relative to financial matters? Or was there some technical glitch that led to the BBM app availability for iOS and Android users?
Where you able to download the iOS or Android version of BBM? Let us know by providing a comment below this article.
NU vs. UST: 1st UAAP Finals is Bulldogs' Goal in Final Four
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The Season 76 UAAP Finals is a win away for the National University (NU) Bulldogs. NU will try to get the first Finals berth versus the University of Santo Tomas (UST) Growling Tigers on Sunday afternoon, September 22, 2013.
The National University Bulldogs are aiming to make the finals of the UAAP for the first time since 1970 when they take on the University of Santo Tomas Growling Tigers in the Final Four Sunday at the Araneta Coliseum.
NU topped the elimination round with a 10-4 record and earned a twice-to-beat advantage against UST, who placed fourth in the Final Four standings. The Bulldogs were actually tied with Far Eastern University (FEU) Tamaraws and the De La Salle University (DLSU) Green Archers. They secured the top spot due to a higher quotient.
The Bulldogs is expected to rely heavily on two-time UAAP Most Valuable Player Bobby Ray Parks. NU head coach Eric Altamirano said that his team "have a great shot of going to the Finals, so we just want to stay humble and hungry to make sure that we stay focused."
NU swept UST in the elimination round with two convincing wins, 71-67 and 75-61.
UST head coach Pido Jarencio is confident that previous games will not matter anymore in the Final Four. Jarencio explained that "Kahit papaano, may chance tayo na maka-balik sa Finals. Alam kong medyo mahirap, number one team ang kakalabanin natin, pero pagdating naman ng Final Four, ibang usapan na 'yan. Pare-parehas na tayo d'yan. It's all about the heart, tsaka 'yung desire – kung sino 'yung mas gustong manalo."
Last year, the Growling Tigers denied the UAAP Finals from the Bulldogs. This time around, NU has the advantage of ousting UST and claim its first Finals appearance.
Who will win? NU or UST? Let your voice be heard in the comments section below.
September 20, 2013
iOS 7 Bugs: How to bypass iPhone, iPad, IPod Passcode? (Video)
iOS 7 bug? How to bypass the Apple device passcode?
Apple has just released its latest mobile operating system, iOS 7, on Wednesday, September 18, 2013.
However, with just two days of using iOS 7, several bugs has been discovered by hackers and normal users.
Some of the iOS bugs include:
Ability to open the apps without entering the passcode. (See the video below)
Facebook comment bug. App users experienced problems of entering comment due to the small text and scrolling problem.
Other iOS 7 bugs will be posted on this site once we discover them.
Did you experience any bug using iOS 7 on your mobile devices? Share them in the comment section below this post.
Below is a video showing how to bypass iOS 7 passcode.
After viewing the above video, users need not worry about the fingerprint security because they should be more concern about the passcode issue of iOS 7.
September 19, 2013
iOS 7 Release Date: How to download and install via iTunes, OTA
Apple released iOS 7 for download on Wednesday, September 18, 2013. The latest iOS, Apple's mobile operating system, is expected to provide a major upgrade for iPhone 4 and up, iPad 2 and later and iPod Touch 5th generation devices.
The free download of iOS 7 update was initially made available over-the-air. To download iOS 7 via iTunes, you need to update the software to version 11.1.0 that was made available for download today.
How To Download and Install iOS 7?
1. On your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch, Go to Settings and tap General.
2. Tap Software Update.
3. Once the device finds the iOS 7 update, download the file, which is over 700Mb for iPhone and over 600Mb for iPad.
How to Download the latest version of iTunes?
1. On your Macbook Pro or MacBook Air, click on the Apple logo.
2. Click Software Update.
3. On the App Store, click update.
NOTE: The installation process should take 15 to 30 minutes or up to 1 hour depending on your internet connection. Your device may reboot several times.
September 18, 2013
iOS 7 Download Available OTA, September 18, 2013
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| iOS 7 Image credit: Apple |
Millions of iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch users are expected to download iOS 7 which promises a lot of features. iOS 7 is reportedly compatible with the following devices:
- iPhone - 4, 4S, 5, 5S, 5C
- iPad - 2, 3 and mini,
- iPod touch - 5th generation 16GB, 32GB, 64GB
- iPad 2
- iPad with Retina display
- iPad mini
Mobile users of Apple products can update to the newest and most advanced mobile operating system by going through their device's Settings->General->Software Update. The device will automatically search for the download site over-the-air.
For a more reliable upgrade to iOS 7, Apple mobile users are advised to plug their device to a power supply throughout the whole process of downloading and updating. Use WiFi rather than Cellular for a more stable connection.
To know the complete features of iOS 7, mobile users may visit the Apple website.
September 16, 2013
Pinoy Big Brother Season Five: PBB 5 Audition on October 6, 2013
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Pinoy Big Brother (PBB) Season 5 will soon be opening its doors to a new batch of housemates as Bianca Gonzales revealed the newest season of the ABS-CBN's show on Sunday, September 15, 2013.
The former PBB housemate and host made the PBB 5 revelation on her official Twitter account.
Gonzales tweeted that "It can now be said... #PBB5, abangan!"
PBB going on its fifth season is a hit reality TV show in the Philippines.
ABS-CBN TV production head Laurenti Dyogi also confirmed PBB5 on Twitter.
According to Dyogi, "After the ocular today, and in consideration of security and logistical issues, we will postpone the PBB auditions this Oct. 6. My apologies."
In addition, Dyogi also confirmed Season 2 of "The Voice of the Philippines," which is currently on the homestretch of Season 1.
Typhoon Odette: PAGASA Weather Forecast, September 16-17, 2013
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| Typhoon Odette satellite image Photo credit: PAGASA |
Typhoon Odette is reportedly moving West Northwest at 7 kph with maximum sustained winds of 45 kph.
Based on the PAGASA weather bulletin, TD Odette will enhance the southwest monsoon that is expected to affect the central and southern part of Luzon and Visayas.
Residents of Metro Manila, Central Luzon, CALABARZON and Occidental Mindoro are being alerted for moderate to occasionally heavy rains and thunderstorms which may trigger flashfloods and landslides.
PAGASA weather forecast cloudy skies with light to moderate rainshowers and thunderstorms for the rest of Luzon and Visayas.
Conflict areas of Zamboanga and other Mindanao areas will experience partly cloudy to cloudy with isolated rainshowers or thunderstorms.
More updates on Typhoon Odette will be posted on this site once PAGASA issue their weather forecast tomorrow, September 17.
September 15, 2013
NU wins 2013 UAAP Cheerdance Competition (Video)
NU dethroned the University of the Philippines (UP) who was relegated to first runner-up.
Arabian is NU's theme for their winning performance.
De La Salle University (DLSU) is the second runner-up of the 76th Season UAAP Cheerdance Competition.
The winning cheerdance groups won cash and gadgets from Samsung.
Below is the complete winning teams with their scores and cash winnings.
Champion - National University 690pts - P340,000
1st Runner-up - University of the Philippines - 602pts - P200,000
2nd Runner-up - De La Salle University - P140,000
UP was the UAAP Cheerdance Champions during the last three years.
See NU's winning performance in the following ABS-CBN Youtube video.
Mayweather vs. Canelo: Floyd Wins Over Alvarez Despite Controversial Score
Credit: Ethan Miller/MMA Fighting
It was a total domination for Mayweather as he outboxed the 23-year-old Alvarez during the entire 12 rounds.
Mayweather was in complete control with his defensive prowess and negated Alvarez offense.
The American boxer used his speed and pinpoint jabs to beat Alvarez. Mayweather improved his unblemished record to 45-0. Alvarez on the other hand, suffered his first loss of his boxing career.
To the surprise of everyone, Judge C.J. Ross scored the fight with a 114-114 draw. Two other judges however scored the fight 116-112 and 117-111 for Mayweather.
Ross is the same judge who gave a controversial score during the Manny Pacquiao vs Timothy Bradley match. Luckily for Mayweather, his bout against Alvarez was never really close.
PAGASA Weather Forecast, September 15, 2013
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| PAGASA Weather Forecast: Satellite image shows monsoon. Image credit: PAGASA |
The latest PAGASA weather update for Sunday, September 15, 2013 indicates that a monsoon will affect the Northern part of Luzon.
At 4:20 a.m., PAGASA issued a thunderstorm warning over Cebu specifically in the areas of Toledo and Pinamungahan. The thunderstorm advisory was later terminated around 5 a.m.
PAGASA is advising everyone to be alert and take precautionary measures against heavy rains, strong winds, lightning and possible flashfloods within the day.
As of posting, PAGASA said that there is no tropical cyclone existing within the Philippine Area of Responsibility (PAR).
Watch out for more weather updates on this website once PAGASA issued their official bulletin.
September 14, 2013
Jollibee Opens Houston, Texas Branch (Video)
Jollibee has opened its newest branch in the southern part of US. The latest Jollibee store had its soft opening on Friday, September 13, 2013 in Houston, Texas.
Reports say that thousands of Filipinos lined as early as 5 a.m. to get a taste of the all-time Jollibee favorites that include Chicken Joy, Jolly Spaghetti and among others.
The Jollibee Houston branch will have its grand opening on September 22.
Other Jollibee international branches can be found in Vietnam, Brunei, Jeddah, Qatar, Hong Kong, Kuwait and Singapore. Jollibee group operates several brands like Jollibee, Red Ribbon, Chow King and Yonghe King.
To our Pinoy friends in Houston, Texas have you visited the newest Jollibee branch in your area?
Zamboanga Crisis Update: MNLF constricted to small area
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| Zamboanga crisis has been contained in a smaller area. Several MNLF rebels has been captured by the Philippine government troops. |
Gun fight between government troops and the Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF) is ongoing but it is now limited in the area of Sta. Barbara, Sta. Catalina, and a part of Talon-Talon.
Roxas explained that the constriction of the crisis "indicate the extent of the operations, so it’s not just contained. Contained is to cordon and sort of not make it spread. From contained it evolved into ‘constrict,’ which is to reduce the operating space of the MNLF and now it is into ‘clear.’
As of posting, 35 MNLF rebels were captured due to the intensified military operations.
According to Lt. Col. Ramon Zagala, spokesperson for the Armed Forces of the Philippines, they are still in pursuit of about 100 MNLF rebels in the area.
Roxas has assured Zamboanga residents, affected by the crisis, that there will be enough supply of rice.
World's shortest woman visits Empire State Building
World's shortest living woman
Credit: Video grab
Jyoti Amge visited New York City's Empire State building to promote the 2014 Guinness Book of World Records.
Standing at 2 feet and 0.6 inches in height and weighing 12 pounds, Amge went inside the building that is about 600 times taller than her.
The 19-year-old Amge, native of Nagpur, India, appeared insidethe 86th floor observation deck of the Empire State Building.
Amge's small size is caused by her medical condition called achondroplasia, that usually cause dwarfism. She also has brittle bones that may need to be taken cared of during her entire life.\
Pauline Musters from Ossendrecht, Netherlands still holds the Guinness world record as the smallest woman in the world to have ever lived. She was born in February 26, 1876 and Guinness listed her height at 1 foot and 11.2 inches.
World's shortest woman
Credit: The Human Marvels
September 13, 2013
Lake Michigan Waterspouts Caught on Video Off Kenosha Coast (VIDEO)
Lake Michigan Waterspouts
Credit: Michael Madsen
Officer Michael Madsen of the Kenosha Police Department personally witnessed and took photos of the two towering clouds on Thursday.
The waterspout, usually form over an ocean, sea or large lake, is reportedly weaker than land tornados. The phenomenon usually appear on the Great lakes during the fall.
Below is a video showing the Lake Michigan waterspouts formation.
Smallest Car in the World: Tiny Texas Street Legal Car Gains Guinness Nod
World's smallest street-legal car
Credit: Video grab
Austin Coulson custom built a car using several spare parts from a toy and tiny gas engine from an all-terrain mini-car. He was able to create a car similar to a 1957 Chevrolet.
Coulson's record-breaking car was measured at 25 inches high, 24.75 inches wide and and 49.75 inches long.
Reports say that the smallest car in the world can run at a maximum speed of 25 mph.
Walmart iPhone 5C, 5S Pre-Order Sales, Trade-ins and Discounts
iPhone 5S
Credit: Apple
Walmart is giving away discounts to early buyers of Apple's latest iPhone models that include 5S and 5C, according to an earlier report by CNET.
Below is the reported Walmart discounted pricing.
16GB iPhone
- 5C Sale price: $79 or $20 less than the regular price
- 5S Less $10, Now at $189
Note that the prices offered above comes with the standard two-year contract with any carrier.
iPhone 5C
Credit: Apple
Preorders for iPhone 5C at Walmart starting Friday will be on a first-come, first-served basis. Customers must picked up the iPhone by September 25.
However, iPhone 5S will not be available for preorders. It will be available to customers starting September 20.
Current iPhone owners may be able to trade their current device to Walmart for a 5C or 5S accompanied by the usual two-year agreement starting on Saturday, September 21.
September 11, 2013
iPhone 5S Touch ID: Apple Smartphone Fingerprint Scanner
iPhone 5S with Touch ID
Credit: Joanna Stern
Apple has announced iPhone 5S with fingerprint scanner called Touch ID on Tuesday, September 11, 2013.
The Touch ID is a capacitive sensor, 170 microns thin with 551 ppi resolution. It scans sub-epidermal skin layers with the ability to scan 360 degrees.
Its new mobile operating system, iOS 7, is reportedly set for download on Wednesday, September 18.
Pre-orders for iPhone 5S and iPhone 5C will start on Friday, September 13 and will be available in stores and shipped a week after. iPhone 5S starts at $199 for a 16GB while iPhone 5C will be available starting at $99.
741-pound Alligator: Heaviest Gator Caught in Mississippi
741-pound alligator
Credit: Brian Albert Broom
A 741-pound alligator has reset the record for the heaviest gator ever caught in the state of Mississippi on Sunday, September 8, 2013.
Dalco Turner of Gluckstadt, Mississippi was able to hunt down the 13-foot, 6.5-inch alligator. The gator reportedly weighs about 741.5 pounds.
It was the third time in a week that the alligator hunting record was broken.
Last Sept. 1, Beth Trammell broke the state's old record of 697.5 pounds when she caught a 723.5-pound gator.
However, after an hour, Dustin Bockman snared a 13-foot, 4.5-inch gator that weighs 727-pounds.
Turner's lengthy catch also tied the mark for the state record for length set in 2008.
September 10, 2013
Gargantuan Ferris Wheel in Las Vegas is World's Largest? (Photo, Video)
Gargantuan Ferris wheel in Las Vegas
Credit: Video grab
The 55-story ferris wheel, part of the $550 million gargantuan project of Caesars Entertainment Corp.
Reports say that the ferris wheel is expected to start spinning early next year. It will be glittered with 1,500 LED lights.
Its 100 feet High Roller will be put in place on Monday, September 16, 2013.
According to project director, David Codiga, the ferris wheel is "going to be an icon. It's going to be a part of your visit to Las Vegas if you ride it or not."
With its gigantic height, the ferris wheel is expected to dwarf the London Eye, China's Star of Nanchang and Singapore Flyer.
The Las Vegas Ferris wheel will take 30 minutes to make one revolution.
Caesars spokeswoman, Christina Karas, revealed that tickets for the ferris wheel ride will costs about $30.
Below is a Youtube video of the gargantuan ferris wheel while under construction.
231-pound Halibut captured in Homer, Alaska (Photo)
231-pound Halibut
Credit: DeepStrike Sportfishing
A 231-pound Halibut was caught by Dirk Whitsitt during his first fishing trip in Cook Inlet off Homer, Alaska.
It reportedly took about 45 minutes before the massive fish was taken out from a 370 feet deep of water.
Whitsitt turned down a $250 voucher offer, from Captain David Bayes of DeepStrike Sportfishing, in exchange for the monster fish.
According to Bayes he usually "offer fishermen a free trip if they opt to release a halibut of that size, but the angler was not interested. That was the third halibut over 200 pounds that we’ve caught in the last month. One was estimated at 225 pounds and released. The other was 236 pounds and is the current Homer Halibut Jackpot Derby leader."
Bayes explained that during, "the end of the fight, the fish headed back toward the bottom and we had to release the anchor to follow the fish. We shot it three times with a .38 special and used three gaffs to pull it aboard."
Six-clawed lobster: Lola caught in Maine (Photo)
Six-clawed lobster named Lola
Credit: RICHARD FIGUEIREDO/RACHEL LEAH/WBZ
Lola, a six-clawed lobster, was captured off the coast in Hyannis, Massachusetts.
The 4-pound lobster was later donated to the Maine State Aquarium in West Boothbay Harbor.
Rachel Leah Captain Peter Brown and lobsterman Richard Figueiredo caught the strange looking lobster. The six-clawed lobster is an addition to their growing collection of "weird lobsters."
She has a normal claw on her right side and five claws on the other side.
Marine Scientist David Libby explained that "Sometimes the genes will just get a little mixed and it will grow a funny claw. But I’ve never seen anything like this.”
September 8, 2013
DLSU vs NU: Green Archers rallies past Bulldogs, 57-55
De La Salle University (DLSU) Green Archers won their sixth straight games in the elimination round of the UAAP Season 76 in the Mall of Asia Arena on Sunday, September 8, 2013. The Archers rallied to beat the National University (NU) Bulldogs, 57-55.
DLSU's guard Jeron Teng was the hero for his alma mater as he made the go ahead layup and free throws in the closing seconds of the game. Teng scored 21 points and grabbed 7 rebounds.
NU's Bobby Ray Parks Jr. missed the rim completely in his last attempt to at least send the game into overtime.
The Bulldogs led majority of the game. La Salle took the lead with 12 seconds left in the game.
La Salle's win tied them with NU and FEU on top of the UAAP standings with 9-4 record.
Earlier, Ateneo de Manila University eliminated the University of the East from the Final Four.
PAGASA Weather Forecast: No Suspension of Classes Yet for September 9, 2013
Are you waiting for any class suspension for Monday, September 9, 2013? As of posting, despite scattered rainshowers throughout the day, no suspension or no declaration of no classes has been issued by any local or national government agencies that include CHED, DepEd and NDRRMC.
Based on the latest Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) weather forecast, the rains being experienced in the country is brought about by a Low Pressure Area (LPA).
PAGASA weather bulletin issued at 5 p.m. today, indicated that the LPA was spotted in the area of Catarman, Northern Samar currently combined with the Inter-tropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) across Palawan, Visayas and Mindanao.
As of this writing, no tropical cyclone exists within the Philippine Area of Responsibility, according to PAGASA.
Below is PAGASA's complete weather forecast valid until 5 p.m. tomorrow.
CALABARZON and the provinces of Mindoro and Marinduque will experience cloudy skies with moderate to occasionally heavy rains and thunderstorms which may trigger flashfloods and landslides. Metro Manila and the rest of the country will have cloudy skies with light to moderate rainshowers and thunderstorms.
Moderate to occasionally strong winds blowing from the northeast will prevail over extreme Northern Luzon and its coastal waters will be moderate to occasionally rough. Light to moderate winds coming from the Northeast to North will prevail over the rest of Luzon and from the Southwest to South over the rest of the country with slight to moderate seas.
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