Miss Universe 2013 is Miss Venezuela Gabriela Isler

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Miss Universe 2013 is Miss Venezuela, Gabriela Isler.

The 2nd Runner up is Miss Ecuador, Constanza Baez, 3rd Runner up is Miss Philippines, Ariella Arida and the 4th Runner up is Miss Brazil, Jakelyne Oliveira.

The 62nd edition of Miss Universe was held at the Crocus City Hall in Krasnogorsk, Moscow Russia. 

Here's what the 'Top 5' contestants said in the final Q & A round.

Miss Ecuador

Question: What would happen to the world if we could no longer use the internet?

Answer: Technology has advantages and disadvantages. The disadvantage is that we are no longer as close together with our families. We must use the methodology of computers and internet for the positive. In a positive. It's never too late to start. Let's start right now.

Miss Brazil

Question: What is your opinion about places that do not allow women to vote, or drive cars?

Answer: We as women have achieved our independence through time. We need to keep our open minds because now we are capable of doing anything.

Miss Spain

Question: What is the most significant thing we can do to help elect women to political offices around the world?

Answers: In order to select a good woman, she must posses good qualities in order to perform a good job.

Miss Philippines

Question: What can be done about the lack of jobs for young people starting their career around the world?

Answer: I do believe we should invest in education and that is my primary advocacy. Education is a primary source and a ticket for better future.

Miss Venezuela

Question: What is your biggest fear and how do you plan to overcome it?

Answer: We should overcome all our fears and this in turn would make us stronger. As soon as we overcome our fears, we can face any challenge.

This year's hosts include Jeannie Mai, Olivia Culpo, Nick Teplitz, Thomas Roberts, and Mel B.

Judges for the finale are as follows:

Russian-born supermodel Anne Vyalitsyna; super-model, multi-award winning actress and author Carole Alt; highly acclaimed chef Nobuyaki Matsuhisa, also known as "Chef Nobu"; one of the pageant's sponsors Farouk Shami; designer Italo Fontana; Russian pop artist Philip Kirkorov; Aerosmith's frontman Stephen Tyler; and gold medalist skater Tara Lipinski.

Stephen Tyler performed along with Panic! At the Disco, and Russian pop-star Emin.

Here’s the complete list of winners:

Miss Universe 2013  - Miss Venezuela, Gabriela Isler

The 2nd Runner up  - Miss Ecuador, Constanza Baez

The 3rd Runner up - Miss Philippines, Ariella Arida

The 4th Runner up is - Miss Brazil, Jakelyne Oliveira

Top 5 Finalists

Ecuador - Constanza Báez

Brazil - Jakelyne Oliveira

Spain - Patricia Rodríguez

Philippines - Ariella Arida

Venezuela - María Gabriela Isler

Top 10

Spain - Patricia Rodríguez

Philippines - Ariella Arida

Great Britain - Amy Willerton

India - Manasi Moghe

Brazil - Jakelyne Oliveira

USA - Erin Brady

Ukraine - Olga Storozhenko

Ecuador - Constanza Báez

Venezuela - María Gabriela Isler

Dominican Republic - Yaritza Reyes

Top 16 (in no particular order):

Costarica - Fabiana Granados

Ukraine - Olga Storozhenko

China - Jin Ye

Ecuador - Constanza Báez

Great Britain - Amy Willerton

Indonesia - Whulandary Herman

Venezuela - María Gabriela Isler

Dominican Republic - Yaritza Reyes

Puerto Rico - Monic Pérez

Spain - Patricia Rodríguez

USA - Erin Brady

Nicaragua - Nastassja Bolívar

Switzerland - Dominique Rinderknecht

India - Manasi Moghe

Brazil - Jakelyne Oliveira

Philippines - Ariella Arida

Special awards

Best in National Costume - Nicaragua – Nastassja Bolívar

Miss Universe 2013 Winners (partial)

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The 62nd edition of Miss Universe  was held at the Crocus City Hall in Krasnogorsk, Moscow Russia. 

Here’s the complete list of Top 16, Top 10, and Final 5 winners:

Top 5 Finalists

1. Ecuador - Constanza Báez
2. Brazil - Jakelyne Oliveira
3. Spain - Patricia Rodríguez
4. Philippines - Ariella Arida
5. Venezuela - María Gabriela Isler

Top 10

1. Spain - Patricia Rodríguez
2. Philippines - Ariella Arida
3. Great Britain - Amy Willerton
4. India - Manasi Moghe
5. Brazil - Jakelyne Oliveira
6. USA - Erin Brady
7. Ukraine - Olga Storozhenko
8. Ecuador - Constanza Báez
9. Venezuela - María Gabriela Isler
10. Dominican Republic - Yaritza Reyes

Top 16 (in no particular order):

1. Costarica - Fabiana Granados
2. Ukraine - Olga Storozhenko
3. China - Jin Ye
4. Ecuador - Constanza Báez
5. Great Britain - Amy Willerton
6. Indonesia - Whulandary Herman
7. Venezuela - María Gabriela Isler
8. Dominican Republic - Yaritza Reyes
9. Puerto Rico - Monic Pérez
10. Spain - Patricia Rodríguez
11. USA - Erin Brady
12. Nicaragua - Nastassja Bolívar
13. Switzerland - Dominique Rinderknecht
14. India - Manasi Moghe
15. Brazil - Jakelyne Oliveira
16. Philippines - Ariella Arida

Special awards
Miss Congeniality - 
Miss Photogenic - 
Best in National Costume - Nicaragua – Nastassja Bolívar

Will Ariella Arida be the third Miss Philippines to win Miss Universe?

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The 62nd Miss Universe pageant day’s countdown is almost over. Eighty-six gorgeous ladies to compete for the Miss Universe 2013 crown.

The whole world with excitement waits with this much awaited Miss Universe 2013 coronation night to be held Saturday night at Moscow's Crocus City Hall.

Stunning contestants from 86 countries will compete in three categories: swimsuit, evening gown and personal interview round and battle it out to win the coveted crown.

And at the end of a two-hour programme, the reigning Miss Universe, Olivia Culpo of USA will crown her successor.

Predicted to win Miss Universe 2013, Miss Philippines Ariella Arida, included in the 

Top 16 Finalists:

Costa Rica
Ukraine
China
Ecuador
Great Britain
Indonesia
Venezuela
Dominican Republic 
Puerto Rico
Spain
USA
Nicaragua
Switzerland
India
Brazil
Philippines 

Miss Universe 2013 Finale Highlights

The pageant's official swimwear partner, Italian swimwear and lingerie maker YAMAMAY, is also all set to surprise the world during the finale. They will unveil a spectacular emerald, ruby and diamond swimsuit valued at one million dollars.

The newly crowned Miss Universe 2013 will wear this unique swimsuit, which has travelled from Milan, Italy, to Moscow (with armed guards) just in time for the event, a day after the coronation.

Miss Universe 2013: Hosts

SNBC Live's host Thomas Roberts and America's Got Talent's judge, Melanie Brown or Mel B of the Spice Girls, will host the gala which will be telecast live from Moscow at 9 pm ET (2 am GMT).

Judges

The judges for the spectacular finale are acclaimed Chef Nobu; gold medalist skater Tara Lipinski; television personality Carol Alt; supermodel turned actress and author, Anne V; one of the pageant's sponsorers, Farouk Shami; Italo Fontana, pioneering designer of U-BOAT Watches; the iconic russian pop-star, Philip Kirkorov and last but not the least, Steven Tyler, Aerosmith's front man and lead singer.

Performances

The finals of Miss Universe 2013 will witness an exclusive musical performance by Grammy-nominated band Panic! At The Disco and international recording artist EMIN. Steven Tyler will also take the stage for a special performance, in addition to his judging duties.

Have a look at the official teaser of the event (Video Courtesy: Youtube/OfficialMissUniverse)

Parts of the story in http://www.ibtimes.co.uk/articles/520584/20131108/miss-universe-2013-live-where-watch.htm.

Alay Sining 6 Art with a Heart : Exhibit-Sale in support RC Makati West Gift of Life program , with 50 top Filipino sculptors

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Alay Sining 6, is an exhibit-sale of the works of the country’s leading and up-and-coming sculptors to raise funds for the club’s Gift of Life program which provides free heart operation to children of indigent families with Congenital Heart Disease (CHD).

Alay Sining 6, which has for its theme “Art with A Heart”, which is set to open on Tuesday, November 19, 2013 at the Grand Ballroom on the 3rd floor of the Mandarin Oriental Hotel and continued on Wednesday, November 20, and Thursday, November 21, 2013 at the Clipper Lounge at the 2nd floor of the same hotel. About 50 of the top and up-and-coming sculptors are joining what has become the country’s biggest and most important sculpture event.

This sixth edition of Alay Sining is sponsored by the Rotary Club of Makati West in partnership with the sculptors with the previous five editions done.

A press briefing for the Alay Sining 6 exhibit was held at the Adam Room on the 3rd Floor of the Mandarin Oriental Hotel located at Paseo de Roxas cor. Makati Avenue last November 7, 2013, with the Makati Rotary Club of Makati West, through its Committee on Culture headed by National Artist I.P. Santos.

RCMW president Antonio A.L. Lopez siad that “some 2,000 plus children are born with CHD every year and the waiting list for life-saving operations is long – and getting longer. Thanks to the sculptors’ participation in Alay Sining, we have been able through our Gift of Life Program to help save the lives of nearly 300 children so far. This is why we have chosen for our theme ‘Art with a Heart’.” 

“But there are thousands more children with CHD who could die if they do not undergo the operation soon. This is why I would like to appeal to all our countrymen to come and buy sculptures in Alay Sining 6. They will not only be able to save so many children’s lives. They will also be able to enhance the beauty of their offices and homes, and see the value of the sculptures increase over the years since Filipino sculptors have shown that they are among the best in the world,” Lopez pointed out. 

Some of the gifted sculpture attended the press conference and presented their works.

Guests of honor who will cut the ceremonial ribbon during the opening of Alay Sining 6 are National Artist for Visual Arts Napoleon Abueva, National Artist for Literature Virgilio Almario, National Artist for Visual Arts Arturo Luz, Senator Cynthia Villar, Rotary District 3830 District Governor Robert Kuan, Interior Designer Ivy Almario and Mandarin Oriental Hotel Manager Oliver Kreuzer.

Alay Sining 6 is a project of RCMW’s Culture Committee headed by National Artist for Architecture and past RCMW president I.P. Santos as Chairman and past president Jun Alvendia as Co-Chairman. Other members of the committee are Ed Balois, Gil Chua, Paolo Delgado, Ernie Fajardo, Mon Guerrero, Bobby Lim, Ruy Moreno, Rene Nieva and Roque Tordesillas.

The artists who are joining Alay Sining 6 are:

National Artist Napoleon Abueva

Luis Ac Ac

Gus Albor

Julian Almirol

Agnes Arellano

Ral Arrogante

Felix Baldemor

Wilson William Baldemor

Victor Brazil Bautista

Jinggoy Buensuceso

Ferdinand Cacnio

Fred Caedo

Christine Cagandahan

Glenn Cagandahan

Henri Cainglet

Ed Castrillo

Seb Chua

Jonathan Dangue

Joe Datuin

Raphael David

Daniel de la Cruz

Van Cleef Emnacen

Raul Funilas

Raymart Gacutan

Merlito Gepte

Bisoy Iglesia

Raffy Ignacio

Don Kishin Javier

Pete Jimenez

Chris Magbuhos

Maria Magdamit

Ram Mallari, Jr.

Tito Obor

Ramon Orlina

Carlito Ortega

Ann Pamintuan

Sam Penaso

Antonino Raymundo

Omni Reyes

Ronel Roces

Lucky Salayog

Jinggoy Salcedo

Richard Tuason

Ian Valladarez

Ulysses Veloso

Jun Vicaldo, Jr.

Nicky Wijangco

Sponsors of the project are: BusinessWorld; Crown Worldwide Movers, Inc.; Mandarin Oriental Manila; Meralco; Perceptions, Inc. and Siguion Reyna Montecillo & Ongsiako Law Offices. Concept for this year’s Alay Sining 6 is being provided by Jinggoy Buensuceso, who is not just one of the participating sculptors but is also a designer and curator of exhibits.

All New Barbie™ Musical Comes To Manila!

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The stage is about to get a makeover! See Barbie™ live on stage in this all-new musical production filled with contemporary and energetic song and dance. Set on a Hollywood soundstage, Barbie is shooting her latest film with her best friend and co-star Teresa™. When Teresa™ doubts herself, Barbie™ uses the lessons learned from her Princess movies - - Swan Lake, Princess and the Popstar, and Mariposa & The Fairy Princess - - to teach her best friend to be brave, believe in herself, and embrace the power of true friendship. Join Barbie™, Ken™ and their friends as they ‘get their sparkle on’ in this dance-inspired musical that is sure to engage fans of all ages.

As an entertainment powerhouse, the Barbie® brand has been bringing fans of all ages engaging content for decades. Now, in collaboration with EMS Entertainment, Barbie will bring fans a new opportunity to sing and dance with the introduction of an all-new musical, Barbie™ LIVE! Barbie LIVE! is an engaging production featuring contemporary music with empowering lyrics, energetic choreography and a modern storyline that will appeal to fans of all ages. 

Barbie LIVE! debuted last September in Singapore and will travel Asia through 2014. In Manila, the show will be staged at the Mall of Asia Arena from December 11-15, 2013 with 11 performances only.

EMS Entertainment, leading global creator of high-quality interactive exhibitions, family entertainment and live stage productions, received the global touring rights to Barbie Live! from Mattel in 2012 and has worked for almost two years to bring this vision to reality.

“Together with Mattel we have put an incredibly talented team together which created an unforgettable show for Barbie fans around the world,” says Christoph Rahofer, President and CEO of EMS Entertainment. “Barbie LIVE! will give fans the opportunity to engage with the Barbie brand while spending time with their families and friends making memories that will last beyond the stage.”

From captivating and glamorous costumes, to spectacular lighting and set designs, Barbie LIVE! will deliver fans a one-of-a-kind production experience featuring the world’s favorite doll – Barbie!

“Barbie LIVE! will delight generations of Barbie fans and will leave the audience feeling entertained and inspired,” said Lori Pantel, Vice President, Barbie Global Marketing. “EMS Entertainment has brought together an experienced, industry-leading creative team and brilliant cast to bring this fantastic story to life in a fun and magical way.”

With a talented cast of 19 singers and dancers, dazzling costumes, energetic songs and awe-inspiring sets, Barbie LIVE! is a must-see for musical fans of all ages.

Tickets for Barbie™ LIVE! is now available in all SM TICKETS outlets located in all SM Cinema ticket booths. For schedule and ticket information, visit www.smtickets.com or call 470 2222.

Barbie™ LIVE! is promoted in the Philippines by Vivre Fort Entertainment and Happy Junior Productions. In cooperation with Mall of Asia Arena, SM Cinema e-PLUS Tap to Pay, Richprime Global Inc., Toy Kingdom, Barbie Store Philippines, myDSL, LG, Astroplus, VISA, Intercontinental Manila, ABS-CBN, Studio 23, Velvet, Lifestyle Network, Fox International Channels, ABS-CBN Publishing, Businessworld, Philippine Star and 105.1 Crossover.

For more details about the show, visit www.barbielive.com or call (02) 470 6956.

About Barbie LIVE!

Barbie LIVE! is set on a Hollywood sound stage and follows Barbie and her best friend / co-star Teresa on the set of their new movie. When Teresa starts to doubt herself and her theatrical abilities, Barbie leverages lessons from her past taught in her popular DVD’s - Swan Lake, Princess and the Popstar, and Mariposa & Fairy Princess to teach Teresa (and the audience) to be confident, believe in yourself and embrace the power of friendship. Barbie LIVE! features recognizable popular songs from the animated Mattel hit movies, as well as new music from distinguished producer, Robbie Roth.

About the Barbie LIVE! Creative Team:

Director and Choreographer, Kobi Rozenfeld, brings his reputation and global experience as one of the world’s most innovative choreographers and creative expertise to Barbie LIVE! From Beyoncé to Britney Spears, Rozenfeld brings a tangible energy and unique style to the stage.

Rozenfeld’s associate choreographer and assistant director, Kelly Allen has also contributed her performance style and skill to the production. As a respected & accomplished artist in the US, Allen performs and assists Rozenfeld and the multi-Emmy Award winning Marguerite Derricks, as well as Jennifer Hamilton, Alex Little, JT Horenstein, Chucky Klapow, Zach Woodlee.

The creative team also includes: Author/Scriptwriter Diane Rodriguez (Obie Award winning multi-disciplinary theatre artist), Scenic Design by award-winning Stanley A. Meyer (Broadway set designer for Beauty and the Beast), Broadway Musical Director and Composer, Robbie Roth (Composer and music director for Flashdance); Award-winning Lighting Designer Jesse Blevins and Peter Morse (Lighting designer for New Kids on the Block, Lenny Kravitz, Barbara Streisand, Michael Jackson and many more); Costume Design by Aviad Arik Herman (Designer for Miss Universe events); Sound Design by Kai Harada.

About Mattel:

Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAT) (www.mattel.com) is the worldwide leader in the design, manufacture and marketing of toys and family products. The Mattel family is comprised of such best-selling brands as Barbie®, the most popular fashion doll ever introduced, Hot Wheels®, Matchbox®, American Girl®, Radica® and Hot Wheels® RC, as well as Fisher-Price® brands, including Thomas & Friends®, Little People®, Power Wheels® and a wide array of entertainment-inspired toy lines. In 2012, Mattel was named as one of FORTUNE Magazine's "100 Best Companies to Work For" for the fifth year in a row. Mattel also is ranked among Corporate Responsibility Magazine's "100 Best Corporate Citizens." With worldwide headquarters in El Segundo, Calif., Mattel employs approximately 28,000 people in 43 countries and territories and sells products in more than 150 nations. At Mattel, we are "Creating the Future of Play." Follow Mattel on Facebook: www.facebook.com/mattel

About EMS:

EMS is the leading global creator of world-renowned interactive exhibitions, family entertainment and live stage productions. Each year, millions of people experience EMS productions throughout Europe, North America, Asia Pacific and Latin America. The EMS portfolio includes Barbie™: The Dreamhouse Experience, CSI: The Experience®, Star Trek™: The Exhibition, Leonardo DaVinci – Man | Inventor | Genius, Terracotta Army, Dinosours - LIVE!, 1000 years of INCA gold and many more through partnerships with Mattel, CBS, 20th Century Fox and others. www.ems-entertainment.com.

BARBIE and associated trademarks and trade dress are owned by, and used under license from, Mattel, Inc. ©2013 Mattel. All Rights Reserved.