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Mariah Carey: 'Oh my God!'

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It came as a surprise for singer-actress Mariah Carey to be named as the top female solo artist of all-time. "Oh, my God. To see the success on all the different charts, to hear you say that is mind-blowing. I never, ever dreamt of this when I first started. I just wanted to hear my songs on the radio," said Carey in an interview for Billboard Magazine following the release of the top 10 artists of all time during the 125th anniversary of the Billboard charts in Nov. 15. Carey also thanked the Billboard for the recognition. On Facebook, the chanteuse said: "Happy Anniversary Billboard! 🥂This acknowledgement means so much to me. Thank you for recognizing me (and my little song babies😉) with this achievement 🙏" Asked if her kids knew her 18 No. 1 songs, Carey said: "I quiz them on a lot of different people’s songs -- Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, Michael Jackson, Prince. They’ll get it right. And they can recognize my voice. They love “Always Be ...

Villar hails tech-voc institutions

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Sen. Cynthia A. Villar has cited the importance of tech-voc education and other forms of education in the country’s development. Speaking at the 1st Manila Tech-Voc Educators and Students Summit, Villar said many of those who finished tech-voc courses have become the so-called “movers, shakers and decision makers” in various fields of endeavors. The senator was the guest speaker in the event sponsored by TESDA Manila District with the Association of Technical Schools Manila, Inc. (ATSMI) held at the Lyceum University of the Philippines. During her term in Congress, the senator said she had passed 28 bills promoting quality and advanced system of education.

HOTNESS OVERLOAD: Chaiyenne Huisman

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Newly crowned Miss Asia Pacific International 2019 Chaiyenne Huisman of Spain wants to be an inspiration to young girls out there. Yet this polyglot also warned young girls who look up to celebrities who show negativity. "Believe in who you are. Always remember that there's no such thing as perfection." Get to know more of this hot Spanish senorita who wowed pageant fans with her charisma and big heart. 1) So you speak six languages - "Three fluently which is English, Spanish and Dutch; French and German a little bit, and Swedish. so I guess Tagalog is the next one." 2) How did it come about? - "From a young age, I learned all three - English, Spanish and Dutch because I was in English and Spanish schools. That's why I also have an English accent because I went to an English school. So from a young age, I learned these three languages. My mom is from The Netherlands and she's Dutch so she taught me Dutch." "French and Germ...

Retired seaman wins house and lot at 9th OFW and Family Summit

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A retired seaman won this year’s grand raffle prize of house and lot at the 9th OFW and Family Summit held at the World Trade Center in Pasay last Nov. 12. The name of 62-year-old Elmer Fernandez of Mandaluyong City was drawn by former Senate President Manny Villar assisted by his wife, Sen. Cynthia Villar, infront of over 7,000 summit attendees composed of overseas Filipino workers and their families. “Hindi po ako makapaniwala. Ang dinadasal ko minor prize lang, ito pala ang makukuha ko. Nagpapasalamat ako sa Pamilya Villar at sa bumubuo ng OFW summit,” Fernandez said. Fernandez worked as a machinist/welder of Norwegian cargo vessel Grieg Philippines since 1985. He retired last year and since then tried working as an agent for an insurance company. Fernandez said the Lessandra house and lot unit will be a big help since he is also trying to recover the title of his house in Mandaluyong, which was used as a loan collateral from an Indian lender. Also among the big winner...

HOTNESS OVERLOAD: Nguyen Phuong Khanh

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"When I was young I'd listen to the radio waitin' for my favorite songs. When they played I'd sing along it made me smile." I could just imagine Miss Earth 2018 Nguyen Phuong Khanh singing her favorite song "Yesterday Once More" by The Carpenters. "I sing but I am not a singer," said the Vietnamese beauty queen, during an interview at Coffee Project at Symphony Towers in Timog, Quezon City Nov. 13. Nguyen is in Manila once again to promote the new Miss Bikini Philippines 2019 beauty pageant which will hold its second and final screening at the Function Room of 515 Vista Shaw Residences on Saturday, Nov. 16, from 1 p.m. onwards. Also joining at the press launch were: Pro Media executive coordinators Aeryka Chu and Issa Abello. The qualifications are: 17-25 years old,  at least 5'4 tall, and physically fit or in good form. Applicants are requested to bring 2-piece swimsuit, high-heeled shoes and should come with a light make-up...

Le Couleur Professionel features Misters of Filipinas in Hair Asia Salon Spectacular 2019

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The Misters of Filipinas 2019 took centerstage at the Hair Asia Salon Spectacular 2019 hair showdown held at World Trade Center in Pasay City last Nov. 12. Renowned professional hairstylists from respected hair salons such as Juro, Teng Roma, David's, Hairescape.ph, Azta Urban, Salon de Rose and Angelo Falconi used the JRL Professional Freshfade Clipper to showcase their hairstyling activity with Misters of Filipinas 2019 as models. As one of the major sponsors of this year's Hair Asia Salon Spectacular 2019, Le Couleur Professionnel took the opportunity to launch and introduce the latest technology in hair styling, the JRL Professional Clipper. JRL Professional Clipper boasts of a patented stay-cool technology that provides internal cooling ensuring the clippers do not overheat and keeping the blades cool to touch. It features a rust-free, long lasting, self-sharpening titanium blades that stay sharp for every cut. It has a patented smart-clip technology that...

Thai pharmacist crowned Miss Int'l 2019, PH bet in top 8

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A 26-year-old pharmacist from Thailand was crowned Miss International 2019, beating 82 other contestants for the crown, during a televised competition held in Tokyo, Japan on Tuesday, November 12. In her winning speech, Sireethorn Leearamwat said: "Do you know I was criticized a lot when I was crowned Miss Thailand. But I never give up. And now I am here. I dare to be a beauty queen even when there's really nothing to my career. I am a pharmacist. I used all the critics as a power to make myself improve to be the best representative and make my nation proud. So the definition of cheer all women for me is how to encourage support and inspire all women around the world that make their dreams come true and make a great thing to our world." First runner-up honors went to Mexico; Uganda, 2nd runner-up; Colombia, 3rd runner-up; and United Kingdom, 4th runner-up. This year's theme is "Cheer All Women." Miss Philippines lawyer Bea Patricia Magtanong finishe...