"Barbie Forteza", self-titled album that fits her personality perfectly- bubbly, fun and wholesome!

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Enjoying the wonderful world of young pretty lady - Barbie Forteza.  Just last Saturday, May 25, I really enjoyed an intimate, fun meeting with her, she's really bubbly, fun and simple young lady. As what used to be tween queen, now turned teen queen Barbie adds another facet to her young entertainment career—singing. She finally released her debut album under MCA Music (Universal Music Philippines). It is simply self-titled, the album fits Barbie’s personality perfectly- bubbly, fun and wholesome!

Barbie Forteza, GMA Network tween star and now known as one of the Philippines’ top teen stars whose popularity started with lead roles in highly rated GMA Network soap operas like “First Time”, “Pilyang Kerubin”, “Nita Negrita” and recently, “Paroa: Ang Kuwento ni Mariposa”. She has also appeared in top grossing movies such as “Ang Darling Kong Aswang”, “Si Agimat at si Enteng Kabisote”, “Tween Academy: Class of 2012”, “The Road”, “Ang Panday 2” and “Sossy Problems”. She is also one of today’s most in-demand young endorsers.

Her first single “Meron Ba” composed by Freddie Saturno, fits Barbie to a T as it is about young love and having a crush on someone- something that teens like her are experiencing. A lot will surely to relate to the song especially when watching the Korean series “Big”.

“I am so thankful to MCA Music for trusting me and giving me a chance to share my talents. I can’t wait to share it to my fans who supports me all the way,” Barbie said.

As special treat to her fans, Barbie will hold an album launch and fans day on June 2, 5pm at 3rd Floor of SM North EDSA The Block. Grab a copy of her album which will be sold by Astroplus to get a free poster and have it signed by Barbie herself after the show.

It includes the carrier single “Meron Ba” about having a crush on someone but could not tell anyone including the person she admires. Its music video is now out on MYX directed by J Pacena and also stars fellow GMA artist Jeric Gonzales as Barbie’s love interest. The album, produced by Francis Guevarra, also features her version of Jolina Magdangal’s “Laging Tapat”- another song about young love, the bouncy track “Upside Down” (originally from the A-Teens) and an original song “Wala Lang”- written by Jude Gitamondoc. “Wala Lang” also comes with a dance version for those who want to groove to Barbie’s music. All tracks have minus one versions for those who want to sing-along to Barbie’s songs.

Kapag Tumibok Ang Puso

Meron Ba

Laging Tapat

Upside Down

Wala Lang

Wala Lang (Dance Version)

Kapag Tumibok Ang Puso (Minus One)

Meron Ba (Minus One)

Laging Tapat (Minus One)

Upside Down (Minus One)

Wala Lang (Minus One)

Wala Lang (Dance Version) (Minus One) 

Also catch Barbie Forteza on June 9 at SM Marikina and on June 30 at Pavilion Mall, Binan, Laguna. All shows start at 5pm.

Enjoying the wonderful world of Barbie. From being a good young actress, she's definitely now a certified recording artist. 

Barbie Forteza, the debut album, is now out on record stores nationwide under 

MCA Music (Universal Music Philippines).

It is also available via iTunes via this link-

https://itunes.apple.com/ph/album/barbie-forteza/id634521122. 

It features the iTunes exclusive track “Wala Lang” (Pop Version). 

Watch her music video via this link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z7NmTyrTLYg.

To download Barbie’s song “Meron Ba” as your ringback tone,

 just text MERONBA to 2728 (free for 5 days).

A fun afternoon with Barbie Forteza is brought to you by MCA Music, Pinoy Magazine, LionHearTV and GMA Artist Center.

Philippines Wins New Frontiers Award for Typhoon Rebuilding Efforts

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The Philippines has been awarded the "New Frontiers Award 2013" at this year’s Arabian Travel Market, the Middle East’s premier travel and tourism exhibition.

Tourism officials said the New Frontiers Award became the main feature of the ATM and is given to destinations that have surmounted great adversity to rebound its tourism industries.

The award also gives tribute to the resilience of local communities to rebuild their lives, as well as bring attention to the crisis management and risk reduction practices of local authorities. It is the only citation extended during the event. 

The Philippines was shortlisted, together with New York State (Hurricane Sandy) and Pakistan (2012 floods), among an original list of 10 nominees for outstanding contribution to tourism development in the face of overwhelming adversity. 

“The Philippines, its government and its people, has shown remarkable fortitude and a stoic determination to get both communities and the local economy back on track following the devastation wreaked by Typhoon Bopha late last year, and their resilience in the face of such a monumental crisis is commendable,” Mark Walsh said. 

Department of Tourism (DOT) Assistant Secretary Benito C. Bengzon, Jr., who led the Philippine delegation to ATM, received the award from Mark Walsh, Portfolio Director of Reed Travel Exhibitions. The crystal trophy came along with free exhibition space at the ATM worth US$10,000. The delegation was composed of 14 organizations representing nine tour operators, four hotel and resort companies, and one airline company. 

The award is in recognition of the continuing efforts to rebuild infrastructure and the tourism economy after Typhoon Pablo (international name: Bopha) wrought havoc in December 2012. The catastrophe is deemed the world’s deadliest last year, leaving millions homeless and infrastructure and agricultural farms vastly damaged. 

 Assistant Secretary Bengzon Jr., said that "the Philippine government, under the administration of President Aquino and the Department of Tourism have worked hand-in-hand to establish tourism as a major generator of income for the people and the country. At times of adversity, such as this, the determined spirit of our countrymen, supported by assistance from the international community, shines through and, it is this same spirit that is driving our tourism industry forward.”

The first quarter arrivals from the Middle East region recorded a 22.1% gain over the same period last year.

“We intend to attract more of the high-spending market from this region. Service providers are optimistic of the continued uptrend and are investing to take advantage of this windfall. Cebu Pacific has launched its first long-haul flight to Dubai to commence in October. Other airlines are to announce their services within the year,” Assistant Secretary Bengzon added. 

“This award highlights the sheer resilience of our people and the resolve of all stakeholders to fast track recovery. We also are very thankful to the many countries and international agencies with their generosity to help in our rebuilding efforts. Our record-breaking performance and new highs of the industry clearly indicate that our partnerships are bearing fruit. Despite these crises, we remain undaunted and focused in showing our visitors that we are worth visiting,” DOT Secretary Ramon R. Jimenez, Jr. said. 

“Indeed, what makes the Philippines more fun is its people. The bayanihan spirit, amplified during crisis, is a unique social phenomenon that will forever drive the Filipinos to remain steadfast and dependent on each other for strength, through good times and bad. That in the midst of great challenges, we still manage to put on a happy face,” Secretary Jimenez concluded.

Enjoy the wonderful world and visit itsmorefuninthephilippines.com. 

UniSilver TIMELINE fashion show on June 7

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UniSilver Time embarks a journey through time and space featuring timeless collection of timepieces.

TIMELINE fashion show – a UniSilver momentous fashion show which will feature great time pieces at the catwalk with today’s famousUniSilver's Timebassadors and endorsers.  UniSilver’s Timebassador and GMA’s multi-talented artists Julian San Jose, Bea Binene, Barbie Forteza, Derrick Monasterio, Enzo Pineda, and Joshua Dionisio will be gracing the show, and with endorser Sam Milby. A new female endorser will be introduce.

Everyone is invited on June 7, 2013, Friday, 7 pm,  to be held the Music Hall in  SM Mall of Asia, Pasay City.

PTAAkbuhan: Its More Fun in the Philippines!

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Enjoy the wonderful world as you join PTAAkbuhan: Its More Fun in the Philippines! This will be on June 16, 2013 at Nuvali, Sta. Rosa, Laguna.

Philippine Travel Agencies Association (PTAA) will be hosting a fun trail run with the theme PTAAkbuhan: Its More Fun in the Philippines.

Nuvali in Sta. Rosa, Laguna has one of the finest trail routes located outside Metro Manila and it has been a favorite venue for trail runs and races.

PTAAKBUHAN More Fun In The Philippines Fun Trail Run 2013

June 16, 2013 @ 5:30 AM
Nuvali, City of Santa Rosa Laguna

3K/5K/10K and 1K with pet
Organizer: Pep Squad Events & Marketing Services Inc.

Registration Fees:
All Categories – Php 600

Beneficiaries: Hero Foundation/ I Love Sta. Rosa Foundation

Registration Venues:
PTAA Secretariat Office:
12-1G EGI-Rufino Plaza, Taft cor. Sen Gil Puyat Avenue. Pasay City

Pep Squad Office:
2F Raha Sulayman Building Benavidez St. Legaspi Village, Makati City

Hemispheres Travel Corporation:
G/F Unit 11 Paseo 3, Paseo de Santarosa, City
of Santa Rosa, Laguna

Shuttle service pick-up points for PTAAkbuhan:

a. Manila – Harison Plaza Century Park parking lot Babes Carzano – 09228878136-

b. Makati – MRT Magallanes Station JR TAN – 09228878135

c. QC – Araneta Center Paulo Abelardo – 09228878137

*Departure time is 4:00 am (June 16).

With minimum 2-way rate charge.

Register Online at http://www.ptaakbuhan.runningmate.ph/

Juan Night with Jose and Wally, FUNd Raising Event in Celebration of the World Thyroid Day

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The Philippine Society of Nuclear Medicine presents a fund raising campaign event in celebration of the World Tyroid Day with a concert "Juan Night with Jose and Wally."

The certified concert tandem Jose Manalo and Wally Bayola, from the GMA7 Eat Bulaga, will have another concert on July 6, 2013 to be held at  the Crossroad 77 Convenarium, Mother Ignacia cor. Scout Reyes, Quezon City in support of World Thyroid Day for the benefit of indigent patients from different parts of the country who are in need of Radioactive Iodine (RAI) Treatment.

Nuclear medicine is a medical specialty involving the application of radioactive substances in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases.

With the comedy tandem Jose and Wally, guests performers are co-host/singer Ethel Booba and Regine Velasquez impersonator Anton Diva.

Juan Night with JOSE & WALLY,  A FUNd Raising Event in Celebration of the World Thyroid Day is produced by the Philippine Society of Nuclear Medicine (PSNM).

Help who are in need of the Radioactive Iodine (RAI) Treatment and enjoy the wonderful world on July 6, 2013 of "JUAN Night with Jose and Wally" at the Crossroad 77 Convenarium, Mother Ignacia cor. Scout Reyes, Quezon City!

For more updates, visit-"Like"-"Share" the Philippine Society of Nuclear Medicine fan page: https://www.facebook.com/PSNM.WTD