Philippine Typhoon Relief Donation Drive Drop-Off Rally Set for Wednesday, Nov. 20 at the Rose Bowl
Los Angeles, November 14, 2013 – Filipino American Television (FilAm TV) along with the Office of Vice-Mayor Jacque Robinson, City of Pasadena, Victory Cargo, the American Red Cross, and PNB-Remittance Centers Inc announced today that monetary donations and donations for canned goods, non-perishable food, toiletries, and clothes will be accepted for free shipment directly to […]
Aquino to First World: End climate change
MANILA (Mabuhay) – President Benigno Aquino III has urged countries “contributing immensely to the global warning” to have a sense of moral responsibility and help end climate change. “To that most-developed countries that are contributing immensely to the global warming, there has to be a sense of moral responsibility that what they wreak is playing […]
US carrier arrives with aid mass burial begins
By Cecil Morella TACLOBAN, November 14, 2013 (AFP) – A huge US aircraft carrier arrived off the coast of the typhoon-hit Philippines Thursday, offering hope of a dramatic uptick in aid to destitute survivors as officials buried scores of rotting corpses. The USS George Washington, with 5,000 sailors aboard, headed an eight-strong flotilla of US […]
AT&T offers billing relief for customers calling and texting family, friends in PHL
Telecom giant announces $25,000 donation to AmeriCares to support relief efforts DALLAS - AT&T* is implementing international calling and texting relief efforts for U.S. residential wireless and wireline customers trying to connect with loved ones in the Philippines, following the recent devastating typhoon. Effective November 8, and continuing through November 30, AT&T wireless postpaid customers will not be charged […]
‘Modernist Cuisine at Home’ released as digital cookbook
(Relaxnews) – The at-home version of a culinary encyclopedia that’s been described as the “cookbook to end all cookbooks” has been released as an e-book that includes features like yield conversions, video tutorials and more than 1,680 photos. It’s the latest extension for “Modernist Cuisine,” a magnum opus which was originally released in 2011 as […]
Surprise: Fast food meals are more caloric than you think
(Relaxnews) – A new study from Harvard Medical School finds that fast food restaurant meals are actually even bigger calorie bombs than you think they are. And yes, Subway fans, that includes you. On Thursday, LiveScience reported on the new study, which queried more than 3,000 customers of all ages at various fast food chains in New […]
Swedish ice hotel to install fire alarms
(STOCKHOLM-AFP) – A famous hotel rebuilt every winter in northern Sweden using only ice said Thursday it would install fire alarms this year. The hotel, located in the small Arctic town of Jukkasjaervi, is following a request by the authorities to guarantee the safety of its guests. “We were a little surprised at first, but […]
Most blogged artists: M83, Marissa Nadler
(Relaxnews) – French electro artist M83, aka Anthony Gonzalez, takes a top spot in the Hype Machine’s most blogged artists chart on November 14, and Boston-based singer Marissa Nadler appears with a first track off her upcoming album. M83 has just shared “Ali & Matthias,” part of his score for the film “You and the […]
Trailer: Shailene Woodley combats conformity in ‘Divergent’
(Relaxnews) – Fans of Veronica Roth’s bestselling trilogy can now watch the first full-length trailer for the film adaptation, which arrives in American theaters on March 21, 2014. Nearly three months after releasing the first teaser for the film, Summit Entertainment has presented a trailer of over two minutes, revealing more about the plot of […]
Trailer: Russell Crowe faces the flood in ‘Noah’
(Relaxnews) – Paramount Pictures has released the first trailer for Darren Aronofsky’s dramatic biblical saga. The new trailer, in just over two minutes, provides the first extended look at “Noah,” which promises to be one of the most riveting and surprising films of next spring. The footage suggests that the director of “The Fountain” and […]
Grammys organizers announce TV tribute to Beatles
(LOS ANGELES-AFP) – Grammys organizers announced Thursday plans for a tribute show to the Beatles on the 50th anniversary of their iconic Ed Sullivan show appearance, with today’s top stars performing Fab Four hits. The Recording Academy, which organizes music’s equivalent of the Oscars, will bring together artists in Los Angeles the day after the […]
Help us raise $10,000 for Philippine Storm Relief
The typhoon in the Philippines has affected thousands overseas and right here in the U.S. As a company, we at Air & Water have decided to help aid in the relief efforts for the disaster in the Philippines. For two days we will be donating 10% of our gross sales to the American Red Cross. […]
Tustin Resident, dedicated mom and advocate will walk for son with autism Nov. 16
TUSTIN, CA –Surfer girl and mom to a child with autism, Jennifer Jones knows about the obstacles and challenges of being a family member to a person with autism, and will walk during Orange County Walk Now for Autism Speaks for her son Dylan, 13, on Saturday, November 16, 2013, at the Orange County Great Park, El […]
Anne Curtis sells clothes to help Yolanda victims
ACTRESS Anne Curtis helped raised money for the victims of super typhoon Yolanda in the Visayan region. The “It’s Showtime” host conducted an impromptu garage sale Sunday afternoon at the Market Market in Taguig City. Anne, with the help of her younger sibling Jasmine Curtis-Smith and boyfriend Erwann Heussaff, sold old clothes, shoes, bags and […]
Top trend: denim pencil skirts
(Relaxnews) – Just like its sibling jeans, denim pencil skirts are endlessly versatile: casual yet sexy, retro yet edgy, paired with summery or cozy tops, it’s a sophisticated wardrobe staple as these Polyvore sets demonstrate. Journey into blue Monki skirt and top, Dr. Martens shoes, Thierry Lasry sunglasses http://www.polyvore.com/white_denim/set?id=94907321 70s styling Burberry London skirt, Raxevsky top, […]
Video: Angelina Jolie is ‘Maleficent’ in new teaser
(Relaxnews) – Disney has released the first footage from its big-budget film, which revisits the legend of Sleeping Beauty from the point of view of the evil sorceress. The video reveals Angelina Jolie in the role of the wicked fairy godmother, Maleficent, a character based on the antagonist in Disney’s animated version of “Sleeping Beauty,” […]
Isabel Marant for H&M collection on sale Thursday
(Relaxnews) – After five long months of waiting, fashion connoisseurs will finally be able to shop the most anticipated collection of the year starting on Thursday, November 14. The Isabel Marant for H&M collection was officially presented on October 24 at an exclusive event at the Tennis Club in Paris, which was decorated for the […]
David Beckham for H&M Bodywear: new pieces for the holidays
(Relaxnews) – Just ahead of the Christmas holidays, the soccer star H&M Bodywear line is getting new masculine underwear and loungewear pieces. While the David Beckham Bodywear at H&M line consists mainly of boxers and briefs, this latest collection emphasizes clothes for relaxation and sleep. Men looking forward to staying toasty indoors this winter can […]
People’s Core launches Sagip Tuluy-Tuloy Tulong Pilipinas (Stp), 2013
The Los Angeles-based non-profit organization, People’s Community Organization for Reform and Empowerment (People’s CORE) along with Justice for Filipino American Veterans (JFAV), KmB / Pro-People Youth, and The Park’s Finest are calling on the community to respond to the recent tragedy in the Philippines caused by Typhoon Haiyan/Yolanda, the strongest typhoon ever recorded to hit land. Reports indicate that 10,000 Filipinos have […]
‘Star Wars 7′: Disney opens two major roles to online auditions
(Relaxnews) – Young actors and “Star Wars” fans around the world now have a shot at joining the cast of the next episode in one of two major roles through an online audition. Disney decided to cast a wide net for the roles of Rachel and Thomas, two new characters in the Star Wars universe. […]
