Sunday, December 18, 2011

18 DEC 2011, SUN: Sports & Ent

Sports

Powerade looks to stage upset against top-seeded B-Meg in rubbermatch for ...

Inquirer.net - 
By Jonas Panerio The Powerade Tigers try to make history and bump off the top seed in the playoffs as they face off against the B-Meg Derby Ace Llamados in a do-or-die match for a slot in the semifinals in the PBA Philippine Cup today at the Araneta ...

Corteza, 3 others remain unbeaten

Philippine Star - 
MANILA, Philippines - Four Filipino billiard heavyweights extended their winning streak in the ongoing Manny Pacquiao International 10-ball championships yesterday at the Star Billiards Center in Grace Village, Quezon City.

With one foot on the grave, 'Rain' still manages to shine

Journal Online - 
RAIN or Shine felt Game One of its quarter-final duel against Ginebra was already a lost cause. The Elasto Painters were down by 17 with just 9:18 left in the game, their shots weren't falling like they should, and the Kings were playing so confident ...

UAAP volleyball: Maraño keeps women's champion La Salle spotless

GMA News - 
Abigail Maraño showed Saturday why she's the leading attacker in the 74th UAAP women's volleyball tournament. The pride of Antipolo City scored 15 points to lead defending champion La Salle to a 25-18, 25-14, 25-18 win over University of the East at ...

All-Filipino showdown for 'To Be No. 1' crown

Manila Bulletin - 
By JONAS TERRADO BANGKOK, Thailand - The San Miguel Beermen and the AirAsia Philippine Patriots forged an all-Filipino title showdown after downing separate rivals in the To Be Number One Basketball Challenge at the Nimibutr National Stadium here.

Davao pugs win

Journal Online - 
PANABO CITY - Boxers from Davao del Norte came away with 11 gold medals at the conclusion of the PLDT-ABAP Mindanao Tournament at the New Pandan covered court here.

Patriots down Saigon

Inquirer.net - 
THE AIRASIA Philippine Patriots also got their stint in the “To Be Number One Basketball Challenge” basketball tournament off to a fast start as they defeated the Saigon Heat, 75-59, in Thailand last Friday.

Pacquiao's dismal performance against Marquez makes it tough to ask for a 50...

BoxingNews24.com - 
By Chris Williams: It may be a shock to some Manny Pacquiao (54-3-2, 38 KO's) coming out today on his 33rd birthday and stating that he's willing to take a smaller percentage to make the fight with Floyd Mayweather Jr.

PACQUIAO WATCH: Birthday wish

Minda News - 
By Edwin G. Espejo | Saturday| December 17, 2011 | Filed under: Mindaviews GENERAL SANTOS CITY (MindaNews/17 December) - It is oft said that if you cannot make your first million before reaching the age of 35, you can kiss your millionaire dreams ...

Giovani Segura wants a rematch

Inquirer.net - 
We finally have the complete update on Mexican boxer Giovani Segura, otherwise known as El Guerrero Azteca. Giovani was back in his Makati hotel suite Friday.

Charl Schwartzel makes surge at Lee Westwood

Herald Sun - 
In the running: South African Charl Schwartzel has put pressure on Lee Westwood at the Thailand Golf Championship. Picture: AFP Source: AFP CHARL Schwartzel has staged a dramatic fightback in a bid to overhaul runaway leader Lee Westwood in Thailand.

Frankie Miñoza loses ground; Miguel Tabuena hangs on

Inquirer.net - 
CHONBURI, Thailand—Frankie Miñoza dropped five strokes in the last three holes and took a 74 that pulled him out of the top 20 after three rounds of the Thailand Golf Championship Saturday.

Yap faces Apolinario in ALA-Cobra boxing

Inquirer.net - 
SOME OF THE country's rising boxers will see action today in the ALA-Cobra Tunay Na Lakas card at the Children's Park in barangay San Miguel in Iligan City.

A Look Back at Vanessa Bryant's 'Apology' Ring

People Magazine - 
If diamonds are a girl's best friend, perhaps Vanessa Bryant will find solace in hers as she works through her divorce from husband Kobe Bryant.

Nonito Donaire to Face Wilfredo Vasquez, Jr. on Feb. 4 in San Antonio, Texas

Bleacher Report - 
Reigning WBC bantamweight champion Nonito Donaire is set to face Wilfredo Vasquez Jr. of Puerto Rico in San Antonio, Texas on February 4. Donaire is fresh from his victory over Omar Narvaez of Argentina last October 22 at the Madison Square Garden in ...

Cricket: Sri Lanka left battered by pace

The Express Tribune - 
By AFP Vernon Philander's fourth five-for in only his third Test set up a convincing win for South Africa. PHOTO: REUTERS Vernon Philander starred with a 10-wicket match haul as South Africa stormed to victory by an innings and 81 runs on the third day ...

Ward vs. Froch: Why the Super Six Final Proves Boxing Is Leagues Behind the UFC

Bleacher Report - 
On 17 Oct., 2009, the first matches took place for the Super Six World Boxing Classic, a super-middleweight tournament organized by Showtime to determine the WBC, WBA and Rings Super-Middleweight Champion.

CLUB WORLD CUP: Mouth-watering showdown

New Straits Times - 
YOKOHAMA: Santos take on Barcelona in the final of the Club World Cup today, pitting Lionel Messi against Neymar in what is being billed as a clash between two of the finest players on the planet.

Australian Masters: day four updates

Brisbane Times - 
Geoff Ogilvy will be the man to beat on the last day of the Australian Masters at Victoria Golf Club. Photo: Reuters Australia's Geoff Ogilvy will be the man to beat on today's last round of the Australian Masters at Victoria Golf Club.


Entertainment

Cruise control should keep franchise fans asking for more

Manila Bulletin - 
By CRISTOBAL LABOG MANILA, Philippines - For a man aged 49, Tom Cruise shows no signs of post-mature aging, not if you go by the stunning stunts he pulls in the latest installment of Ethan Hunt's quest to save the world.

Muslim Christmas Celebrations Recognize Jesus In Islam

Written by
Add to circles
Huffington Post - 
Ani Zonneveld recently invited a dozen families to her Los Angeles home for a festive Christmas party, where guests mingled over shiny red and white desserts while others belted Christmas carols and kids crafted tree ornaments for her family's brightly ...

Britney Spears flashes engagement ring for the first time

Mirror.co.uk - 
by Dean Piper, Sunday Mirror 18/12/2011 Britney Spears beams with delight as she shows off her new engagement ring - after announcing she will marry for the third time.

Scarlett Johansson Talks Black Widow's Role in The Avengers and Iron Man 3

Reelz - 
Despite having an ensemble of characters that so far have been used to being in their own movie, writer-director Joss Whedon has promised that no one in the cast of The Avengers will get lost in the shuffle.

Christopher Hitchens: My friend, a man who never lost his taste for intimacy ...

The Guardian - 
Journalists are notoriously sentimental about the loss of one of their own: gusts of hyperbole appear about the recently departed only to be forgotten by the next cricket season.

A Beautiful Look at Snowboarding on Salt [VIDEO]

FOODBEAST - 
Filmed out on the Salt Flats of Utah, this awesome expedition of filmmaking and snowboarding on a sodium backdrop makes for one hell of a video.

Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows, Guy Ritchie, 129 mins (12A) Mission ...

The Independent - 
Drum & Bass Arena is one of the world's leading websites covering everything from club listings ... This week on the Today programme, two well known names in classical music - Observer critic Fiona Ma... Dutch bass monsters, Noisia, hit 2011 running ...

The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, David Fincher, 158 mins, 18 (released 26 Dec)

The Independent - 
Drum & Bass Arena is one of the world's leading websites covering everything from club listings ... This week on the Today programme, two well known names in classical music - Observer critic Fiona Ma... Dutch bass monsters, Noisia, hit 2011 running ...

'X Factor' USA: Marcus Canty talks leaving show, 'America chose who they wanted'

Examiner.com - 
The X Factor USA finale will take place next week, and the remaining three contestants will sing for the last time before America votes for a winner.

Little Mix, Miley Boob Job and X Factor USA Drama - This Weeks Biggest Stories ...

PopDash - 
By David Renshaw on Friday 16th December 2011 Obviously, they were to spend the week celebrating and hitting every party in town getting more drunk and merry at each one.

'The Dark Knight Rises' star Christian Bale attacked in China - video

NME.com - 
The Dark Knight Rises star Christian Bale has been attacked after trying to visit a blind activist in China. The Batman actor, who had a CNN TV crew with him, was punched and shoved as he arrived to see dissident Chen Guangcheng, who is under house ...

National Geographic offers new Student Expeditions for 2012

Gadling - 
by Kraig Becker (RSS feed) on Dec 17th 2011 at 9:00AM High school students looking for something to occupy their time next summer, just received a host of tantalizing new options courtesy of National Geographic.

Lady Gaga Top Female Earner in Music

Deadbolt - 
Lady Gaga is the top female earner in music for 2011 according to the latest poll by Forbes Magazine, which placed Gaga ahead of such artists as Taylor Swift and Katy Perry.

Pitt is outstanding actor at 18th ASAG awards

GMA News - 
Actresses Regina King (left) and Judy Greer announce Brad Pitt for outstanding performance by a male actor for his work in 'Moneyball' during 18th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards in West Hollywood on Wednesday.

Jenni sais quoi: Jenni Epperson and her new fashion and style book

GMA News - 
There's a certain something about Jenni Epperson that compels people to stop and listen to what she has to say. It's not just that she has managed to be both aspirational and approachable.

Local councilor's photo of his killer tops TIME's best viral images

ABS CBN News - 
MANILA, Philippines - A photo taken by a local politician seconds before his death that inadvertently showed his killer topped the list of TIME Magazine's Best Viral Photos this year.

Taylor Swift 22nd birthday celebrations

MJB Star - 
On December 13, the country sweetheart, Taylor Swift turned 22. The beauty celebrated her 22nd birthday with the new fancy bangs was surprised with a special birthday cake with edible glitter.

Bizarre proposal stuns Ellen audience

Ninemsn - 
By ninemsn staff A US man was left red faced after he proposed to his girlfriend on the Ellen show as the entire audience watched on, only to be rejected.

Girls gone viral

Cebu Daily News - 
Young filmmaker Graydon Sheppard and graphic designer Kyle Humphrey thought it would be funny to compile a list of things girls say and post it on Twitter.

2 comments: