OPPO F5 now available at 0% interest

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">MANILA, Philippines – OPPO just set another groundbreaking technology during the official launching of the F5: the A.I. Beauty Recognition, a technology designed to personalize beautification based on personal facial traits of a subject, giving a customized selfie that is unique to every person. Officially unveiled last October 26, 2017, OPPO F5 is now available in all OPPO stores nationwide.<br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6bAUoRT9Dvf2v89NaGEQoY_sZr51f-QOEuXyTYQX-z8r0Dp5BJq_a-rnRi_9j_MOBdk4ky8oF4GcgmrLCmPBGSeNuTDjBMJkxjXOtKH6aCRBiqMoMYNvLKfa-qHU97o8WuGyYHBHyLU-V/s1600/Sarah+G+and+Alden+RICHARDS-oppo-f5.jpg" imageanchor="1" rel="nofollow" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="OPPO ambassadors Sarah Geronimo and Alden Richards" border="0" class="img" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="720" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6bAUoRT9Dvf2v89NaGEQoY_sZr51f-QOEuXyTYQX-z8r0Dp5BJq_a-rnRi_9j_MOBdk4ky8oF4GcgmrLCmPBGSeNuTDjBMJkxjXOtKH6aCRBiqMoMYNvLKfa-qHU97o8WuGyYHBHyLU-V/s1600/Sarah+G+and+Alden+RICHARDS-oppo-f5.jpg" title="OPPO ambassadors Sarah Geronimo and Alden Richards" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">OPPO ambassadors Sarah Geronimo and Alden Richards.</td></tr></tbody></table><br />OPPO users can now enjoy natural-looking selfies and personalized beautification enhancements at the price of P15,990. And thanks to Home Credit’s 0% interest promo until this December, more people can now avail F5 in 6 or 9-month installments, even without a credit card! Just approach a Home Credit sales associate from any participating stores, submit your filled-out form together with your two (2) valid IDs, and wait for a few minutes to get approved – then you can take home that little selfie machine!<br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxmyR2s17awwDw4BP7phOc3MzffgwUoegqWuwI-cKyCvZhK11mxN-hQacZwgZvBtM3zARQVkVrFZSc_IKjWoIQcuIApThT03GHq9rCuriInGsjGoAFzTV0lCT5oRuB60IyhyRTI1-gLE1w/s1600/oppo-home-credit.jpg" imageanchor="1" rel="nofollow" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Home Credit Philippines CEO, Annica Witschard and OPPO Ph’s Vice President Garrick Hung" border="0" class="img" data-original-height="412" data-original-width="1079" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxmyR2s17awwDw4BP7phOc3MzffgwUoegqWuwI-cKyCvZhK11mxN-hQacZwgZvBtM3zARQVkVrFZSc_IKjWoIQcuIApThT03GHq9rCuriInGsjGoAFzTV0lCT5oRuB60IyhyRTI1-gLE1w/s1600/oppo-home-credit.jpg" title="Home Credit Philippines CEO, Annica Witschard and OPPO Ph’s Vice President Garrick Hung" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Home Credit Philippines CEO, Annica Witschard and OPPO Ph’s Vice President Garrick Hung.</td></tr></tbody></table><br />OPPO defines “New Generation of Selfies” with its A.I. Beauty Recognition technology that learns the specific facial features of different people from its millions of global image databases of human faces. And believe us when we say that OPPO values true beauty, because with the involvement of professional photographers and make-up artists, the result is this technology that has the ability to capture the real you, making selfies look more attractive and natural. Not only does it keep selfies real; it also recognizes the subject’s skin and type, gender and age, and makes personalized enhancements based on these traits!<br /><div id="unruly-unit"></div><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgl00cGuoCW42fFOwo5tTnedQN4Q33IavyNYPvhlDhEHxD5xQE4u1dWZ5MeXdttfBgk1grn93lU7cSBbYpwwI3s0ChN4Pz1dUXMAWHliOVQVYedUhbkWEDmXqZ4Qu5JcMpOBXNicKhH33pC/s1600/oppo-ambassadors.jpg" imageanchor="1" rel="nofollow" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="OPPO Philippines officials and ambassadors F5 launch" border="0" class="img" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1080" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgl00cGuoCW42fFOwo5tTnedQN4Q33IavyNYPvhlDhEHxD5xQE4u1dWZ5MeXdttfBgk1grn93lU7cSBbYpwwI3s0ChN4Pz1dUXMAWHliOVQVYedUhbkWEDmXqZ4Qu5JcMpOBXNicKhH33pC/s1600/oppo-ambassadors.jpg" title="OPPO Philippines officials and ambassadors F5 launch" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">(L-R) OPPO Brand Marketing Manager - Stephen Cheng, Influencers Gabbi Garcia, Janella Salvador Julia Barretto, Joshua Garcia; OPPO Endorsers Sarah Geronimo and Alden Richards; OPPO’s Product Expert - Charles Ng, Chief Operating Officer - Ananda Pan, National Sales Manager - Mark Del Mundo, and Vice President - Garrick Hung</td></tr></tbody></table><br />F5 features a 20MP front camera with an F2.0 aperture and a 16MP rear camera with an F1.8 aperture. With its 6-inch full-screen FHD+ display and high resolution of 2160x1080 dpi, it gives the user a vivid visual enjoyment without the need for a larger screen size. Even with a 6-inch screen, F5 follows OPPO’s streamlined design philosophy: the sleek unibody offers a visually slim appearance without any cut-offs, with a gracefully curved body that fits well in the palm, expressing a simple and elegant look.<br /><br />F5 comes with its Facial Unlock feature for a much easier way of accessing the device. This new function recognizes its user and conveniently unlocks the phone – perfect for people who are constantly on-the-go. And in speaking of being active, the phone’s 4GB RAM and octa-core CPU can keep up with all your dynamic tasks; from speedy surfing, chatting, gaming, up to your continuous selfie streak – F5 can handle it all!<br /><br />“OPPO has yet again created an opportunity that will truly elevate everyone’s selfie experience. The A.I. Beauty Recognition technology feature of the OPPO F5 allows anyone to take selfies that are not only crisp, but also natural-looking. This is because OPPO wants you to capture the real you – capturing every natural moment of your life that’s worth having and sharing,” said Stephen Cheng, Brand Marketing Manager of OPPO Philippines.<br /><br /><center><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-captioned="" data-instgrm-version="7" style="background: #fff; border-radius: 3px; border: 0; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0 , 0 , 0 , 0.5) , 0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0 , 0 , 0 , 0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 658px; padding: 0; width: 99.375%;"><div style="padding: 8px;"><div style="background: #F8F8F8; line-height: 0; margin-top: 40px; padding: 50% 0; text-align: center; width: 100%;"><div style="background: url(data:image/png; display: block; height: 44px; margin: 0 auto -44px; position: relative; top: -22px; width: 44px;"></div></div><div style="margin: 8px 0 0 0; padding: 0 4px;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BattxAVAblu/" rel="nofollow" style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none; word-wrap: break-word;" target="_blank">@oppophilippines launches #OPPOF5! Now available for pre-order at P15,990! #CaptureTheRealYou #GabbiGarcia #SarahGeronimo #AldenRichards #OPPO</a></div><div style="color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;">A post shared by The Summit Express (@mysummitexpress) on <time datetime="2017-10-26T14:18:13+00:00" style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px;">Oct 26, 2017 at 7:18am PDT</time></div></div></blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script></center><br />Sarah Geronimo, one of OPPO’s brand ambassadors who led the launching said, “Ever since I’ve used OPPO, I’ve been very impressed with the quality because of the super natural photos. Every time I take a selfie, sobrang natural lang tignan kaya the photos always look good. So when they showed me the new F5, I was really amazed kasi mas naging maganda ang selfies ko. OPPO’s front cam has always been remarkable pero ngayon, it’s even much better because of OPPO’s latest A.I. Beauty Recognition technology.”<br /><br />So capture the real you with OPPO F5, for the price of 15,990Php in all OPPO stores. Or you can apply for Home Credit’s 6-month installment until December 16, or 9-month installment until November 31 – both at 0% interest rate!<br /><br /><b>— The Summit Express</b></div>

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IN PHOTOS: Top 20 List of "ASAP" Homegrown Superstars

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">MANILA, Philippines - ABS-CBN’s “All-Star Sunday Afternoon Party” (ASAP) celebrates its 20th year and now considered as Asia’s longest-running and multi-awarded Sunday noontime musical variety show that has produced some of the country’s brightest and most talented showbiz superstars.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_QkJPONwzRVru1a7qtmayQSvn2T4ZQQTU9rIExcoXAt5jrbhG15LVdabQr27l19G2Bk7Y9lLTXJ3Y8vtEfC6P4wVWiLwGO0QqS25LjKJk5nJAGpnTg7e9LF6_BOYD69ZiEKLSVcR2c_zP/s1600/ASAP-2015.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="332" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_QkJPONwzRVru1a7qtmayQSvn2T4ZQQTU9rIExcoXAt5jrbhG15LVdabQr27l19G2Bk7Y9lLTXJ3Y8vtEfC6P4wVWiLwGO0QqS25LjKJk5nJAGpnTg7e9LF6_BOYD69ZiEKLSVcR2c_zP/s1600/ASAP-2015.jpg" width="560" /></a></div><br /><br />This year, the grandest reunion of “ASAP” constellation of stars will happen this Sunday, February 22, 2015 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. <br /><br />In time for the “ultimate throwback” of the 20 successful years of entertainment, ABS-CBN has released today the top 20 superstars whose careers started in “ASAP.” Take a look on the list ans photos below:<br /><br /><b>20. Dayanara Torres</b><br /><br />Miss Universe 1993 Dayanara Torres became an instant TV superstar in the Philippines when she was introduced as one of the main hosts of “ASAP” on February 5, 1995 along with Martin Nievera, Pops Fernandez, and Ariel Rivera. Dayanara’s weekly showcase of her dancing prowess through her segment, “SayawNara,” gained her the title “Dancing Queen.”<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigvRphT7XjhFFTSgNDqUGAC29Z55f8bzEQnGIj-yThRy0fIB0lP-NctOQL30OlbY9B6At8llMl7yQcJOUJ47VXmRiL0F7Fg0lL-zb64sF3_5OtrHiPFyurN4D60Jtpl5ihAXsLLQCcLP7A/s1600/Danayara-Torres.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Danayara Torres" border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigvRphT7XjhFFTSgNDqUGAC29Z55f8bzEQnGIj-yThRy0fIB0lP-NctOQL30OlbY9B6At8llMl7yQcJOUJ47VXmRiL0F7Fg0lL-zb64sF3_5OtrHiPFyurN4D60Jtpl5ihAXsLLQCcLP7A/s1600/Danayara-Torres.jpg" title="Danayara Torres" width="400" /></a></div><br /><br /><br /><b>19. JCS Band</b><br /><b><br /></b> Launched in 2000, the JCS band was composed of the group’s drummer, John Prats, singer-guitarist Carlo Aquino and guitarist/bassist Stefano Mori. JCS was considered back then as the “Hanson of The Philippines” as they were likened to the ’90s hit American band, Hanson.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3ELIwdvOAWufakUYVHqaSsczgjUYa-2gx4HTX5ASslxj2o3ZtdWbUjCukRkum8h8JKlH_17w3JyMB34xe2kzZnR1Pp7Nc5aR8_u-ZKm22vVPc4jf03WeQfWBBG5vquYomPNJ4ZH8XA0cL/s1600/JCS-Band.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="JCS Band" border="0" height="311" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3ELIwdvOAWufakUYVHqaSsczgjUYa-2gx4HTX5ASslxj2o3ZtdWbUjCukRkum8h8JKlH_17w3JyMB34xe2kzZnR1Pp7Nc5aR8_u-ZKm22vVPc4jf03WeQfWBBG5vquYomPNJ4ZH8XA0cL/s1600/JCS-Band.jpg" title="JCS Band" width="400" /></a></div><br /><br /><b>18. Pare Konnection</b><br /><b><br /></b> Being the home of the country’s brightest teen sensations, “ASAP” introduced the group Pare Konnection in 1995. It featured a mix of upcoming teenage stars from ABS-CBN’s Talent Center (now known as Star Magic) and the cast of the box-office hit movie “Pare Ko,” namely Claudine Barretto, Jao Mapa, Gio Alvarez, Roselle Nava, Victor Neri, Nikka Valencia, and Jolina Magdangal.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvTKZviLx-Z7bO6OWAjk7kF1N3zCjbLKUVZePbP8Ar_ue9o1tPVjFk-M2nzqrX_Uue9x8ytU3QiO7i_mwstYIeecdZAllqlG0GZOiwjOALfuhoyZVVPn-c95p_shE62sdaWssQMu8ibRZR/s1600/PARE-KOnnection.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="PARE KOnnection" border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvTKZviLx-Z7bO6OWAjk7kF1N3zCjbLKUVZePbP8Ar_ue9o1tPVjFk-M2nzqrX_Uue9x8ytU3QiO7i_mwstYIeecdZAllqlG0GZOiwjOALfuhoyZVVPn-c95p_shE62sdaWssQMu8ibRZR/s1600/PARE-KOnnection.jpg" title="PARE KOnnection" width="352" /></a></div><br /><br /><b>17. ASAP POPables</b><br /><b><br /></b> ABS-CBN’s teleserye princes, Gerald Anderson, Xian Lim, Enchong Dee, and Rayver Cruz were introduced as the newest “kilig” boy group of “ASAP” in 2012.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicQ0HjhaZH3uS5AoKRpyUdZm1d3KOYbaxRUrmPWzIayodnubrqKEPyf0fJ2JTc88wiYMP1CpQ_lJMLPIGgIcdamPANzaSi-ZHfh7aV2Ta6ud5ngF8p_-XMEytpUMJPtcJKNsqd6mTZeVno/s1600/POPables.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="POPables" border="0" height="470" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicQ0HjhaZH3uS5AoKRpyUdZm1d3KOYbaxRUrmPWzIayodnubrqKEPyf0fJ2JTc88wiYMP1CpQ_lJMLPIGgIcdamPANzaSi-ZHfh7aV2Ta6ud5ngF8p_-XMEytpUMJPtcJKNsqd6mTZeVno/s1600/POPables.jpg" title="POPables" width="560" /></a></div><br /><br /><br /><b>16. Gimme 5</b><br /><b><br /></b> In 2013, the country found the answer to UK’s phenomenal pop boy band One Direction in the show’s fresh sing-and-dance boy group named Gimme 5. It consists of five talented and charming teen heartthrobs including Nash Aguas, Joaquin Reyes, John Bermundo, Grae Fernandez, and Brace Arquiza.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqZXsCCU6jHEZYx5vzl9BkKuo3SMQsOuNXspJUru4VKll_l1EQg0GY5e4zz9wop5mdgLpEkLnM3OQH4boPDNTZQJB9IExpca16azzY6SNHxF7W8EqslsbfXd7pon4TBeJGnOBrFXMyBlbW/s1600/gimme-5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="gimme 5" border="0" height="542" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqZXsCCU6jHEZYx5vzl9BkKuo3SMQsOuNXspJUru4VKll_l1EQg0GY5e4zz9wop5mdgLpEkLnM3OQH4boPDNTZQJB9IExpca16azzY6SNHxF7W8EqslsbfXd7pon4TBeJGnOBrFXMyBlbW/s1600/gimme-5.jpg" title="gimme 5" width="560" /></a></div><br /><br /><b>15. Kanto Boys Jr. </b><br /><b><br /></b> Kanto Boys Jr. was considered by many as the cutest “ASAP” boy group ever. The kiddie version of Kanto Boys was introduced in 2013 with Kapamilya child wonders Bugoy Cariño, Clarence Delgado, lzzy Canillo, and Zaijian Jaranilla composing the wacky yet charming group.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXFUt_6BmZs7C7Hgd0fOwe4ZxLLhhyn-Id3TyMHmhGowkc6wNTTcLXWmmzWQsglZEZgHVEPo_tAdeYhu9HPo_KMDiqDR9K4fF7f-2R10-2ZdBTHfUxceB4KXLWC3EmuvJ_oGODkmOMfLJJ/s1600/Kanto-Boys-Jr.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Kanto Boys Jr" border="0" height="334" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXFUt_6BmZs7C7Hgd0fOwe4ZxLLhhyn-Id3TyMHmhGowkc6wNTTcLXWmmzWQsglZEZgHVEPo_tAdeYhu9HPo_KMDiqDR9K4fF7f-2R10-2ZdBTHfUxceB4KXLWC3EmuvJ_oGODkmOMfLJJ/s1600/Kanto-Boys-Jr.jpg" title="Kanto Boys Jr" width="560" /></a></div><br /><br /><b>14. ASAP Supahdance</b><br /><b><br /></b> Week in, week out, “ASAP’s” center stage fires up as the show’s homegrown dance royalties rule the stage with their heart stopping, breathtaking dance performances. Among ASAP Supahdance’s pride are Kim Chiu, John Prats, Rayver Cruz, Maja Salvador, Shaina Magdayao, Iya Villania, and Bugoy Cariño.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeEaN4Hng5PwrRAN_Qs6UXIZo-cfa0nUvi3VE9v9HdzSYSiQa9j_sPoHtmbhzKsbNOc6nt3wysGKMai18uArnz7CTD1yVpr8Ccv1gDhcZdc9XB45YlaTPo6aLtqB4ZInPegp9bU46Qyd6g/s1600/ASAP-Supah-Dance.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="ASAP Supah Dance" border="0" height="600" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeEaN4Hng5PwrRAN_Qs6UXIZo-cfa0nUvi3VE9v9HdzSYSiQa9j_sPoHtmbhzKsbNOc6nt3wysGKMai18uArnz7CTD1yVpr8Ccv1gDhcZdc9XB45YlaTPo6aLtqB4ZInPegp9bU46Qyd6g/s1600/ASAP-Supah-Dance.jpg" title="ASAP Supah Dance" width="560" /></a></div><br /><br /><b>13. UD4</b><br /><b><br /></b> In 2006, ASAP launched a brand new dance group called Ultimate Dance 4 or UD4 composed of John Prats, Rayver Cruz, Shaina Magdayao, and Maja Salvador.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTbI4svc4IX_tyCvuJQx4h8DVbrAJGg2T1Ovz-BIL9b846Qco-wZ2e2r6938wldfQiXFHchbWxeswJ4slwAKfbNhAZPb9FMmGEBWsValkbjqT3cszUPBkIMGORrF9U4y8XVn_v7phk1aoL/s1600/UD4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="UD4" border="0" height="397" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTbI4svc4IX_tyCvuJQx4h8DVbrAJGg2T1Ovz-BIL9b846Qco-wZ2e2r6938wldfQiXFHchbWxeswJ4slwAKfbNhAZPb9FMmGEBWsValkbjqT3cszUPBkIMGORrF9U4y8XVn_v7phk1aoL/s1600/UD4.jpg" title="UD4" width="400" /></a></div><br /><br /><b>12. MASH</b><br /><b><br /></b> Teleserye princesses Maja Salvador and Shaina Magdayao wowed the audience when they were revealed in 2013 as the newest dancing duo following the sensation made by the Clash Dance segment in the early 2000’s featuring sexy Regine Tolentino and Angela Velez.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7QQxr5NHEYZfvXfarX8FKZG10d-DggRhLcTTwvq-SIaArV7YxP2g_3GO3BxgEGgEzqTg8zMj6ZJdBJVoIT2PLc98iacyVsb5yRDS32jh6Y0iGuCAS24iW04tP4INDpt0v8jtCqSu-830u/s1600/MASH.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="MASH" border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7QQxr5NHEYZfvXfarX8FKZG10d-DggRhLcTTwvq-SIaArV7YxP2g_3GO3BxgEGgEzqTg8zMj6ZJdBJVoIT2PLc98iacyVsb5yRDS32jh6Y0iGuCAS24iW04tP4INDpt0v8jtCqSu-830u/s1600/MASH.jpg" title="MASH" width="300" /></a></div><br /><br /><b>11. YRS</b><br /><b><br /></b> In 2009, “ASAP” introduced its all-female singing trio called YRS composed of Yeng Constantino, Rachelle Ann Go, and Sarah Geronimo.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9sMn7GhyphenhyphennmltKjqaQHanaOWYKb8tCFn84JjGGHbs1hm27AP3johb284Cou4LPOBxdQGVfFvq2ADZ74Y4AZHflmnGgqDxuIrBDELVksHupXy_MRrzYp607XDQjZqWWvRQXSokbOeHUy6ym/s1600/YRS.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="YRS" border="0" height="380" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9sMn7GhyphenhyphennmltKjqaQHanaOWYKb8tCFn84JjGGHbs1hm27AP3johb284Cou4LPOBxdQGVfFvq2ADZ74Y4AZHflmnGgqDxuIrBDELVksHupXy_MRrzYp607XDQjZqWWvRQXSokbOeHUy6ym/s1600/YRS.jpg" title="YRS" width="560" /></a></div><br /><br /><b>10. ASAP HD </b><br /><b><br /></b> The show’s “primera bireteras”–multiplatinum recording star Angeline Quinto and “The Voice of the Philippines” alumni Klarisse De Guzman and Morissette Amon—was launched as the ASAP Homegrown Divas.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3pl03AbY8RxOoq-4UPyMtNmbqSncbQ8udOZubSub179U9Gb7qx9ZUWAiux0VHhN8DVXfWkZJZqeKJEy850GhbAUc70ewjQtbxUqWz2UQqYdymj7B7rNbVt7QxyemVPQJE8cF87EissD3L/s1600/ASAP-HD.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="ASAP HD" border="0" height="322" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3pl03AbY8RxOoq-4UPyMtNmbqSncbQ8udOZubSub179U9Gb7qx9ZUWAiux0VHhN8DVXfWkZJZqeKJEy850GhbAUc70ewjQtbxUqWz2UQqYdymj7B7rNbVt7QxyemVPQJE8cF87EissD3L/s1600/ASAP-HD.jpg" title="ASAP HD" width="560" /></a></div><br /><br /><b>9. ASAP Sessionistas </b><br /><b><br /></b> ASAP Sessionistas began melting the hearts of hopeless romantic Pinoys in 2009. It brought together some of the best names in live music entertainment like Aiza Seguerra, Nina, Richard Poon, Duncan Ramos, Sitti, and Chin.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1nGQzwp2Lqmbfo5NBltmQbrVC_s7N0Jw-iJ036HaZfT0IdVbmsS0DSprtXM_mUgccl41QGTpvKobVxsC1CGu-a_GN4pEVEg6k8NkzSsf_HJArZ1iFvNAGgEFq7PwLNzHbdTF97EmkwZHg/s1600/ASAP-Sessionistas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="ASAP Sessionistas" border="0" height="381" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1nGQzwp2Lqmbfo5NBltmQbrVC_s7N0Jw-iJ036HaZfT0IdVbmsS0DSprtXM_mUgccl41QGTpvKobVxsC1CGu-a_GN4pEVEg6k8NkzSsf_HJArZ1iFvNAGgEFq7PwLNzHbdTF97EmkwZHg/s1600/ASAP-Sessionistas.jpg" title="ASAP Sessionistas" width="400" /></a></div><br /><br /><b>8. Gigger Boys </b><br /><b><br /></b> Seven equally talented and good-looking Kapamilya young actors formed the dance crew Gigger Boys in 2008. The swoon-worthy group was composed of Enchong Dee, Robi Domingo, Sam Concepcion, Arron Villaflor, Dino Imperial, Chris Gutierrez, and AJ Perez (†).<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3U1zGHP_ksFJHQRpTYr_kN1TIjOmZCqDrJaXUYnQSWYVEGA4ifUHEJDkY5tYdqYQbddKwVCZJ49pVgFJMppnANeo8sHJ1m9FpdjjOSBPXL70UOdHQuWe20OG_iF5X1bvfNhkvGsZz_zGE/s1600/ASAP-Gigger-Boys.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img alt="ASAP Gigger Boys" border="0" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3U1zGHP_ksFJHQRpTYr_kN1TIjOmZCqDrJaXUYnQSWYVEGA4ifUHEJDkY5tYdqYQbddKwVCZJ49pVgFJMppnANeo8sHJ1m9FpdjjOSBPXL70UOdHQuWe20OG_iF5X1bvfNhkvGsZz_zGE/s1600/ASAP-Gigger-Boys.jpg" title="ASAP Gigger Boys" width="400" /></a></div><br /><br /><b>7. Coverboys </b><br /><b><br /></b> In 2006, the “ASAP” dancefloor was turned into a semi-catwalk as the show launched an all-hot men group composed of some of ABS-CBN’s hottest models and actors including Jake Cuenca, Rafael Rosell, Jon Avila, Victor Basa, Will Devaughn, and Zanjoe Marudo.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZBqjIhWCiNGRkQv50T8QPYpSKVS9ob_1TxPjC4umMN6iMc8mxcqGUP5uvuDdyyZ3qtfZ3USl_b_cmU-gtRg91eSusFKRyId8dZ5wfwR7ygAANQHufEux57BO3Vj-Q7VMyt-2WbRMc8JFO/s1600/ASAP-Coverboys.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="ASAP Coverboys" border="0" height="290" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZBqjIhWCiNGRkQv50T8QPYpSKVS9ob_1TxPjC4umMN6iMc8mxcqGUP5uvuDdyyZ3qtfZ3USl_b_cmU-gtRg91eSusFKRyId8dZ5wfwR7ygAANQHufEux57BO3Vj-Q7VMyt-2WbRMc8JFO/s1600/ASAP-Coverboys.jpg" title="ASAP Coverboys" width="560" /></a></div><br /><br /><b>6. ASAP Boyfriendz </b><br /><b><br /></b> ASAP continued to melt the hearts of girls in 2012 as it formed a trio of cute, talented, and spellbinding young men–Enrique Gil, Khalil Ramos, and Daniel Padilla.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTWrrsBoOyHHP9TlDlGe0TEbleoq8L0Qdh8jUSehYSlVOyM0Ak7uDAE5SvmJXnVazJi3yptJZy8DJl4I0MoaT4SLI63H8gqXmm4vWpBGNuB9ui8XFUjATlt_hN_baCMEfS57zwKLMvqs-h/s1600/Khalil-Enrique-Daniel.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Khalil, Enrique, Daniel" border="0" height="380" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTWrrsBoOyHHP9TlDlGe0TEbleoq8L0Qdh8jUSehYSlVOyM0Ak7uDAE5SvmJXnVazJi3yptJZy8DJl4I0MoaT4SLI63H8gqXmm4vWpBGNuB9ui8XFUjATlt_hN_baCMEfS57zwKLMvqs-h/s1600/Khalil-Enrique-Daniel.jpg" title="Khalil, Enrique, Daniel" width="560" /></a></div><br /><br /><b>5. Koolits </b><br /><b><br /></b> Before John Lloyd Cruz was known for his critically-acclaimed drama movies and box-office romantic comedy hits, he was first followed by “ASAP” viewers with Baron Geisler and Marc Solis as the dance cuties of the teen trio, Koolits, which was launched in 1999.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicmc7yxxm7mhybCCvDGQsmvssn48-oRH7ahi_MLFaD5zqBHDPRwbMdJb1jMY7dJ9GgY0W7sf_Dav1WZPZurjM549QLNMV-KCuAiC6iOEItZdyVDloVY5Fddm0nyIhDRYe2-i_wy0j3NI8q/s1600/ASAP-Koolits.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="ASAP Koolits" border="0" height="328" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicmc7yxxm7mhybCCvDGQsmvssn48-oRH7ahi_MLFaD5zqBHDPRwbMdJb1jMY7dJ9GgY0W7sf_Dav1WZPZurjM549QLNMV-KCuAiC6iOEItZdyVDloVY5Fddm0nyIhDRYe2-i_wy0j3NI8q/s1600/ASAP-Koolits.jpg" title="ASAP Koolits" width="400" /></a></div><br /><br /><b>4. IT Girls </b><br /><b><br /></b> In the tradition of grooming the next generation’s hottest stars and groups, “ASAP” paved the way for discovering the true talents of Anne Curtis, Bea Alonzo, Nikki Gil, Iya Vilania, Maja Salvador, Shaina Magadayao, and Toni Gonzaga, who formed the first batch of “It Girls” in 2008.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuo3B4kkNsHN8mvE8keAAf5knDDhCld3gmND6w5GzOO_aMIU7R5iaUZpP_Tb1lChNpa8YqiuxO2v2XdwkFAzEoHzDXvtdO7-oInZ7S6Elz55KPMTF_PctQAhrlza02xsLwa9Rt3k8ZZy7_/s1600/ASAP-IT-Girls.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="ASAP IT Girls" border="0" height="290" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuo3B4kkNsHN8mvE8keAAf5knDDhCld3gmND6w5GzOO_aMIU7R5iaUZpP_Tb1lChNpa8YqiuxO2v2XdwkFAzEoHzDXvtdO7-oInZ7S6Elz55KPMTF_PctQAhrlza02xsLwa9Rt3k8ZZy7_/s1600/ASAP-IT-Girls.jpg" title="ASAP IT Girls" width="560" /></a></div><br /><br /><b>3. Kanto Boys </b><br /><b><br /></b> Kanto Boys was a breath of fresh air for “ASAP” in 2009. Every week, viewers looked forward to the wacky antics and new gimmicks on stage courtesy of John Lloyd Cruz, Luis Manzano, Billy Crawford, and Vhong Navarro.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg83WCoEOPqFSMWSE9HCc9UaqbTR8yvyq3pRu1fOIx7-AMdHXyKg0GE4io5SP7QM26gGgbbWmd1JQygWTM10GDflMTlHvqU147chY5hhxej-1vT61chyphenhyphentyjFf7o17V6sXNC3UnvgwJfiuox/s1600/Kanto-Boys1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Kanto Boys" border="0" height="390" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg83WCoEOPqFSMWSE9HCc9UaqbTR8yvyq3pRu1fOIx7-AMdHXyKg0GE4io5SP7QM26gGgbbWmd1JQygWTM10GDflMTlHvqU147chY5hhxej-1vT61chyphenhyphentyjFf7o17V6sXNC3UnvgwJfiuox/s1600/Kanto-Boys1.jpg" title="Kanto Boys" width="560" /></a></div><br /><br /><b>2. The Hunks </b><br /><b><br /></b> The Hunks is undoubtedly the most successful boy band that “ASAP” has ever produced over the years. It was launched in 2001 with Piolo Pascual, Jericho Rosales, Diether Ocampo, Carlos Agassi, and Bernard Palanca forming the singing and dancing quintet.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPSkadsQHC1DuTARmuVHf0T9bKFac3sRb2qSFZyxJ37Iehcqj_z76XPAx_seLpyDFcWF_QpLsFpY8J1niIKh65QUY9EoZLLUzc7fgRIZOX2QDx40sCDaFFtyq6uQn6KeO_gFI6BH49A5Eu/s1600/The-Hunks.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="The Hunks" border="0" height="450" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPSkadsQHC1DuTARmuVHf0T9bKFac3sRb2qSFZyxJ37Iehcqj_z76XPAx_seLpyDFcWF_QpLsFpY8J1niIKh65QUY9EoZLLUzc7fgRIZOX2QDx40sCDaFFtyq6uQn6KeO_gFI6BH49A5Eu/s1600/The-Hunks.jpg" title="The Hunks" width="560" /></a></div><br /><br /><b>1. ASAP Champions </b><br /><b><br /></b> Known and awarded as the country’s best musical variety show, “ASAP” is dedicated to discover and take pride in showcasing pure Filipino talent just like how it put the spotlight in 2004 to its most remarkable singing group called “The Champions” composed of reality singing competition winners, namely, Sarah Geronimo, Erik Santos, Rachelle Ann Go, Sheryn Regis, Frenchie Dy, Jerome Sala, Mark Bautista, and Christian Bautista.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwUA8g_yYjEL68cwDJE-41H0TdwvxM-SVRDePeHpeEqfktZCgDNKBs09KdQMQV11FFKdcejSNGYnUjFSYjkeiIB9Hs6KLl0qI0Fv7jSlws4gztXoJM9kvR9ylCTzZuB6oybUYBOUKtEKiz/s1600/ASAP-Champions.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="ASAP Champions" border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwUA8g_yYjEL68cwDJE-41H0TdwvxM-SVRDePeHpeEqfktZCgDNKBs09KdQMQV11FFKdcejSNGYnUjFSYjkeiIB9Hs6KLl0qI0Fv7jSlws4gztXoJM9kvR9ylCTzZuB6oybUYBOUKtEKiz/s1600/ASAP-Champions.jpg" title="ASAP Champions" width="408" /></a></div><br /></div>

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New Year Countdown to 2015: Top 15 Places, Events in Metro Manila

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">MANILA, Philippines - Beyond the traditional new year's eve (NYE) celebration are the countdown and special events happening around Mega and Metro Manila. On December 31, several establishments and companies will have their grandest welcome to 2015 and the year of Green Wooden Sheep through Countdown to 2015 festivities.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgT5pxmkc1bNxkFZCrzH2Vc-B5oz6dALmtyOOU4di-Cian1j-67KC1bJh_PiSQpJ1vixcdtaTf7BPUXsMPbbM-ZdLxf8zxck5zyeJK8ETZ2Cb1bjh_3DGpPUitQiAJZTmIqinsS-p4qyJll/s1600/happy-new-year-2015.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Happy New Year 2015" border="0" height="390" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgT5pxmkc1bNxkFZCrzH2Vc-B5oz6dALmtyOOU4di-Cian1j-67KC1bJh_PiSQpJ1vixcdtaTf7BPUXsMPbbM-ZdLxf8zxck5zyeJK8ETZ2Cb1bjh_3DGpPUitQiAJZTmIqinsS-p4qyJll/s1600/happy-new-year-2015.png" title="Happy New Year 2015" width="560" /></a></div><br /><br />Choose now where are you going as we compile once again the Top 15 places and events to celebrate new year's eve in the metro. Countdown to 2015 is definitely the best and meaningful event this year - full of fireworks, party peeps, bountiful banquet, music and revelry in epic proportions to usher in the New Year.<br /><br /><b>1. Philippine Arena: The 2015 Philippine Countdown New Year’s Eve Concert | December 31, 2014 at Bocaue, Bulacan</b><br /><b><br /></b> <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPXK8ojEL4zEVd-UjOWGT1gMGF3g3A1GYNZfxn_i_vnhY8A54BN_2DbH8WENCL7N9CvcBbhYKHoXRpz_TBSZxQemAOmGAzCKNtdHY8WekCqNRlDGGBMecLhBQ9f9Uy1lPpUamY06FSyC8h/s1600/Philippine-Arena-New-Year-Countdown-2015.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Philippine Arena: The 2015 Philippine Countdown New Year’s Eve Concert" border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPXK8ojEL4zEVd-UjOWGT1gMGF3g3A1GYNZfxn_i_vnhY8A54BN_2DbH8WENCL7N9CvcBbhYKHoXRpz_TBSZxQemAOmGAzCKNtdHY8WekCqNRlDGGBMecLhBQ9f9Uy1lPpUamY06FSyC8h/s1600/Philippine-Arena-New-Year-Countdown-2015.jpg" title="Philippine Arena: The 2015 Philippine Countdown New Year’s Eve Concert" width="415" /></a></div><b><br /></b> <br />Experience the best of music to usher in year 2015. International and multi-platinum RNB dance sensation Chris Brown, along with Bamboo, Enrique Gil, Sam Concepcion, KZ Tandigan, Morisette, and Japan’s Tempura Kidz, are set to perform at The 2015 Philippine Countdown New Year’s Eve Concert. On Dec. 31, the massive gates of the world’s largest indoor stadium, the Philippine Arena, shall be opened to ticket holders who will get the once-in-lifetime experience of welcoming 2015 with the most celebrated mix of OPM bands and other world-class artists.<br /><br />Ticket holders not only get to witness big one concert, but may also watch the biggest and the most-stellar line-up OPM bands, featuring: Parokya Ni Edgar, Kjwan, Rico Blanco, Up Dharma Down, Callalily, SpongeCola, Itchyworms, Sandwich, Imago, 6CycleMind, Mayonnaise, Barbie Almalbis, Kitchie Nadal, Silent Sanctuary, and many more!<br /><br />On December 30, The Voice Kids, Shamrock, Hajji Alejandro, Asin, Willie Nepomuceno, Coritha, FBC Rebirth, Juan Rodrigo and Rey Valera will be performing live at the Philippine Stadium.<br /><br />Additional entertainment for the whole family includes parade, bazaars and all your favorite carnival rides and attractions.<br /><br />Tickets to The 2015 Philippine Countdown New Year’s Eve Concert is now available at Ticketnet. Get your tickets online at www.ticketnet.com.ph or at Ticketnet outlets. For inquiries you may also call the Ticketnet Hotline at 911-5555.<br /><br /><b>2. Eastwood - Quezon City New Year Countdown to 2015 | December 31, 2014 6PM at Eastwood Mall Open Park, Ortigas</b><br /><b><br /></b> <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjG_Fj_F2TngEi9lwLc-uP_9Mmk6uZ4Mf0v1rjhfdyKnYWGtLsB1LGLObn_OOOb-rqCfiOWAxPX4BE_wqG4eK1D8wP2MwOwMbE0_3UgdKmCXrG_2KhITgwr4PCwPgVQGnCx1pAmlmsYsNwb/s1600/Eastwood+New+Year+Countdown.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Eastwood - Quezon City New Year Countdown to 2015" border="0" height="620" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjG_Fj_F2TngEi9lwLc-uP_9Mmk6uZ4Mf0v1rjhfdyKnYWGtLsB1LGLObn_OOOb-rqCfiOWAxPX4BE_wqG4eK1D8wP2MwOwMbE0_3UgdKmCXrG_2KhITgwr4PCwPgVQGnCx1pAmlmsYsNwb/s1600/Eastwood+New+Year+Countdown.jpg" title="Eastwood - Quezon City New Year Countdown to 2015" width="560" /></a></div><b><br /></b> <br />Megaworld Lifestyle Malls and Eastwood City is celebrating the New Year with a bang through an Awesome line-up of spectacular performances and activities from the country’s brightest music stars at its New Year Countdown to 2015, the official New Year Countdown of Quezon City.<br /><br />Popstar royalty Sarah Geronimo will be leading the Eastwood - Quezon City New Year Countdown to 2015 on December 31, performing at 8PM at the Eastwood Mall Open Park. Named Yes Magazine’s Most Beautiful Star of 2014, Sarah continues to win both fans and accolades here and abroad, and was even tapped by Disney Channel to sing Tangled’s The Glow.<br /><br />Sarah Geronimo topbills an equally stellar lineup of performers, which include acclaimed Pinoy bands Pupil and Sandwich, popular teen stars James Reid and Nadine Lustre, pop singers Anja Aguilar and Jason Farol, who was mentored by AmericanIdol’s Kelly Clarkson in the American TV series Duets, internet sensation Donnalyn Bartolome, rapper Shehyee and Freestyle’s Top Suzara and Jinky Vidal.<br /><br />Hosting this year’s countdown are MTV Pinoy VJs Yassi Pressman, Chris Schneider and Kito Romualdez and ending the night with more awesomeness is DJ Ace Ramos.<br /><br />Start the New Year in an Awesome way with star-studded performances at the Eastwood - Quezon City New Year Countdown to 2015! For more information, you may call the Megaworld Lifestyle Malls Concierge at 709-9888 or 709-0888, 0917-8380111 or visit megaworldlifestylemalls website.<br /><br /><b>3. Countdown to 2015: The GMA New Year Special | December 31, 2013 10:00PM at SM Mall of Asia Concert Grounds</b><br /><b><br /></b> <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibNzIjx3J7UpGZ72h_-uxSwU6Vwh8H-WnO0ThDBt_qVqDB07nlVOxEsYv_QCe9nZHi-YSdTP9OKVW39kIi8IN6Q42jO-Bu42rC89Lw7pkrDT2hz_TwoA40iOizmj_YC9neqM2Haqfd_bTx/s1600/Countdown-to-2015-GMA-7-MOA.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Countdown to 2015: The GMA New Year Special" border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibNzIjx3J7UpGZ72h_-uxSwU6Vwh8H-WnO0ThDBt_qVqDB07nlVOxEsYv_QCe9nZHi-YSdTP9OKVW39kIi8IN6Q42jO-Bu42rC89Lw7pkrDT2hz_TwoA40iOizmj_YC9neqM2Haqfd_bTx/s1600/Countdown-to-2015-GMA-7-MOA.jpg" title="Countdown to 2015: The GMA New Year Special" width="528" /></a></div><b><br /></b> <br />Welcome 2015 with a bang! Take part in the most colorful and chic New Year celebration with Countdown to 2015: The GMA-7 New Year Special. Happening on December 31, 2014 from 10:00pm onwards at the SM Mall of Asia Concert Grounds. It will feature Chef Boy Logro and other big artists from the Kapuso network.<br /><br /><center><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="400" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/5sCWM5dkYps" width="600"></iframe></center><br /><b><br /></b> <b>4. Happy sa 2015: The Philippine New Year Countdown | December 31, 2014 10am at Quezon City Memorial Circle</b><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMGLP6_PrDwWzJA_wSWB8k6hDx0e3vlNkHIi-btXw9XYB8qMl_DcrxKNtOCrivqV2cRVXa-fB92Eqyr28ACNResxPN24EmC1-4VE_TDus8Psa9oqUbaK5-ghYURdX4UtlZkfyHtehvMBlu/s1600/TV5-New-Year-Countdown-650x406.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Happy sa 2015: The Philippine New Year Countdown" border="0" height="368" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMGLP6_PrDwWzJA_wSWB8k6hDx0e3vlNkHIi-btXw9XYB8qMl_DcrxKNtOCrivqV2cRVXa-fB92Eqyr28ACNResxPN24EmC1-4VE_TDus8Psa9oqUbaK5-ghYURdX4UtlZkfyHtehvMBlu/s1600/TV5-New-Year-Countdown-650x406.jpg" title="Happy sa 2015: The Philippine New Year Countdown" width="560" /></a></div><b><br /></b> <br />TV5 has partnered with the Quezon City government to welcome 2015 with the grandest New Year Countdown in the country. With the intention of “spreading happy and positive vibes” for the coming year, TV5 is preparing for the biggest New Year countdown.<br /><br />A whole day fair open to the public, the Happy Network’s countdown will be highlighted by a grand showcase of fireworks display and a 3D mapping show that is said to be at par with other famous New Year celebrations around the globe such as those at Times Square in New York, The Eye in London, Burj Khalifa in Dubai, and The Opera House in Sydney, among others.<br /><br />The countdown will be broadcast live at TV5 starting at 10:30 p.m. <a href="http://www.interaksyon.com/lifestyle/tv5-qc-to-welcome-2015-with-grand-new-year-countdown-at-qc-memorial-circle" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">More details here</a>.<br /><br /><br /><b>5. Sulong Manila 2015: Manila New Year Countdown | December 31, 2014 6PM at Roxas Boulevard</b><br /><b><br /></b> <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJBdjaTAG1Tveuu7pEM3IloTsDua8Z4yrvIiymUHOOO0DmRY1zXco0xqfJeBwmREltUwn8qgBksbf_FQU6iEZzJgKailxw0Nz-ebxDbxLYnyMufFbsG8zm6a75AM9Z_ZZTml1o2pXYmh0j/s1600/Sulong-Manila-2015-new-year-countdown.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Sulong Manila 2015: Manila New Year Countdown" border="0" height="560" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJBdjaTAG1Tveuu7pEM3IloTsDua8Z4yrvIiymUHOOO0DmRY1zXco0xqfJeBwmREltUwn8qgBksbf_FQU6iEZzJgKailxw0Nz-ebxDbxLYnyMufFbsG8zm6a75AM9Z_ZZTml1o2pXYmh0j/s1600/Sulong-Manila-2015-new-year-countdown.jpg" title="Sulong Manila 2015: Manila New Year Countdown" width="560" /></a></div><b><br /></b> <br />Manila will experience a unique and more festive new year countdown this year as the city government, headed by Mayor Joseph “Erap” Estrada, in cooperation with the Mare Foundation, will bring the country’s first-ever 3-D video mapping pyro/laser lights musical, Sulong Manila 2015 Countdown over the stretch of Roxas Boulevard on New Year’s Eve, Dec. 31.<br /><br /><br /><b>6. Solaire Holidays 2014 Countdown to New Year | December 31, 2014 8PM onwards</b><br /><b><br /></b> <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJFj5DVDwrXm2Q2tVo6KK2s-PS89zqrPbAfOCPnYM-3Qww9YcMXKviDV8otSoq5Q2sF5ACgU-FzF3HlOOSQrv0KFv2nUvA7zn52yf2KuvJQILjLgZbPazi7b-xFSJdwh3qv_ZSqjJsdz44/s1600/Solaire-Resort-Countdown-2015-12272014+2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt=" Solaire Holidays 2014 Countdown to New Year | December 31, 2014 8PM onwards" border="0" height="560" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJFj5DVDwrXm2Q2tVo6KK2s-PS89zqrPbAfOCPnYM-3Qww9YcMXKviDV8otSoq5Q2sF5ACgU-FzF3HlOOSQrv0KFv2nUvA7zn52yf2KuvJQILjLgZbPazi7b-xFSJdwh3qv_ZSqjJsdz44/s1600/Solaire-Resort-Countdown-2015-12272014+2.jpg" title=" Solaire Holidays 2014 Countdown to New Year | December 31, 2014 8PM onwards" width="560" /></a></div><b><br /></b> <br />"An exciting line-up of performances by world-class acts, festive menus crafted by internationally renowned chefs, special Yuletide events and award-winning pyromusical extravagance awaits you!"<br /><br />A brand new Toyota Fortuner is up for grabs as Solaire Resort & Casino ushers in the New Year! You could also win exciting gadgets and free play or slot credits. Every 100 points you earn from December 24. 2014 - January 1, 2015 gets you a ticket. Visit <a href="http://solaireresort.com/promo/countdown-new-year/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Solaire website</a> for more details.<br /><br />Countdown at ECLIPSE Entertainment Lounge (Dec. 31):<br />8.00pm: The Company<br />9.30pm: Scarlet and AMP Band<br />11.00pm: Mitch Valdez and AMP Band<br /><br />Midnight at the OASIS Garden Cafe (Dec. 31): <br />8.30pm: Ryan Gallagher<br />9.30pm: The Company <br />11.00pm: Bituin Escalante<br /><br />Spectacular Pyromusical by the Manila bay at the strike of 12mn, presented by international award-winning pyrotechnic team. It can be viewed by guests at the outdoors area at the main lobby.<br /><br /><b>7. Star-studded New Year Countdown at Resorts World Manila The Plaza, Newport Mall | December 31, 2014 5PM onwards</b><br /><b><br /></b> <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgC5H8gX_zhGr3UZNUZbUtJ_sM6qQ_AjYWyjQw5ooR2f20Cxe0L5_SHsezla1QCCkngd6Lh59gw5e7gu8pfD6Bu6Av_q94UmhMKsgSxS8GxMGKTnkuwve3J5qrnSbKlxJdfOY5Kq-5YgvnJ/s1600/Resorts-World-Manila-New-Year-Countdown.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Star-studded New Year Countdown at Resorts World Manila The Plaza" border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgC5H8gX_zhGr3UZNUZbUtJ_sM6qQ_AjYWyjQw5ooR2f20Cxe0L5_SHsezla1QCCkngd6Lh59gw5e7gu8pfD6Bu6Av_q94UmhMKsgSxS8GxMGKTnkuwve3J5qrnSbKlxJdfOY5Kq-5YgvnJ/s1600/Resorts-World-Manila-New-Year-Countdown.jpg" title="Star-studded New Year Countdown at Resorts World Manila The Plaza" width="400" /></a></div><b><br /></b> <br />"If you count yourself among the stars and you’re looking for a star-studded party on New Year’s Eve in Manila, then look no further. Resorts World Manila is once again bringing you its coolest party of the year with the Starriest New Year’s Eve Party!<br /><br />This one-night New Year’s countdown shindig will fill your appetite with the brightest star performers as well as various star-clad party goers. <br /><br />Starting off with Banda Kawayan playing Christmas classics using their traditional bamboo musical instruments, followed by a brilliant spectacle of lights and sounds with our country’s biggest indoor Christmas lantern display.<br /><br />Everything’s going to be a “starrific” blast from here onwards with the Dawn, Ely Buendia, Yeng Constantino, Mitoy and Draybers, Princess Velasco and the Main Cast Band, all of whom are going to rock and rouse you up in welcoming a lucky and prosperous New Year."<br /><br /><b>8. New Year Countdown at the Bonifacio Global City (BGC), Taguig City</b><br /><b><br /></b> <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhS6JWbCzr_UOPhYuKYErNciBDl8qQjXFxUfVFwG-CTS_wAur2JVhCVB4_TVfDKP_5WudSCmw6CNtxiS6Irh5ZEmdbQwFyvnqoObfSfMJRqgUnY1fsNghAVzyy-NyrkBmyngd41-yyQ2aV9/s1600/Skye-andHyvE-new-year-countdown2015.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="New Year Countdown at the Bonifacio Global City (BGC), Taguig City Skye and Hyve" border="0" height="304" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhS6JWbCzr_UOPhYuKYErNciBDl8qQjXFxUfVFwG-CTS_wAur2JVhCVB4_TVfDKP_5WudSCmw6CNtxiS6Irh5ZEmdbQwFyvnqoObfSfMJRqgUnY1fsNghAVzyy-NyrkBmyngd41-yyQ2aV9/s1600/Skye-andHyvE-new-year-countdown2015.jpg" title="New Year Countdown at the Bonifacio Global City (BGC), Taguig City Skye and Hyve" width="560" /></a></div><b><br /></b> <br /><b>Skye W High Street</b>: "Ring in 2015 with a bang as #Skye brings you dynamic DJ duo DJ @raverepublic with support from @djedong, @kbhaw, and @djdavidardiente for our 4th annual #NewYearsEveParty this December 31st, Wednesday! The countdown starts at 10PM! Door charge is Php1,000 and comes with free drink. For table packages and reservations, please contact 478 4284 or 0932 856 7593."<br /><br /><b>HyvE</b>: "Let's all welcome 2015 with a bang this December 31st with DJ RayRay for our 2nd annual New Year's Eve Party! The FIRST 300 people to arrive from the Hyve Guestlist hotline get FREE ENTRY! Send in your names before 7PM of December 30 to 0917 552 9084. Doors open at 10PM."<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgd84gDTsBz0j0ehiK6Oektnsfh5iK3L0C1Njh_y_yqOvkaH13HYkG_QuoLHJ2mXrI_iY2lvKhJjRwamkBTk-TrdgCM-wkTbnnV7Yh-UV5hN37g2OeiSFmz0uGej9UnvbuhXepvZgjehPrD/s1600/PRIVE-ARACAMA-New-Year-Countdown-2015.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="New Year Countdown at the Bonifacio Global City (BGC), Taguig City Prive and Aracama" border="0" height="432" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgd84gDTsBz0j0ehiK6Oektnsfh5iK3L0C1Njh_y_yqOvkaH13HYkG_QuoLHJ2mXrI_iY2lvKhJjRwamkBTk-TrdgCM-wkTbnnV7Yh-UV5hN37g2OeiSFmz0uGej9UnvbuhXepvZgjehPrD/s1600/PRIVE-ARACAMA-New-Year-Countdown-2015.jpg" title="New Year Countdown at the Bonifacio Global City (BGC), Taguig City Prive and Aracama" width="560" /></a></div><br /><b>Prive</b>: "Welcome 2015 at the Privé New Year's Eve Ball and get ready for a night you will never forget! Book your tables now at +63917.898.8181."<br /><br /><b>Aracama Manila</b>: "Join Aracama's New Year's Eve celebration with Karl Ty, Emil Angeles, Badboy Jeff and MC Millz. The event will be hosted by Iya Silos, Toby Benjamin and Charlie Alipio. Contact +63917 861 2702 for tables."<br /><br /><br /><b>9. Black and White New Year's Ball 2015 at the City of Dreams Manila | December 31, 2014 9pm to 9am</b><br /><b><br /></b> <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZslUauZfNw63UgmSxvqNNepLIMy2wYcmtG-v6YMliYM1J9WPtrHdrEXxxy31cYXUxtSxsmKOcsen0U8cLuQdoDSuEU6NTpo4lDGZKW4jC7wNIEnaSjrAG4HNFd4DCiMSkxXRvJPjd2P25/s1600/City+of+Dreams+New+Year+Countdown-2015.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Black and White New Year's Ball 2015 at the City of Dreams Manila" border="0" height="560" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZslUauZfNw63UgmSxvqNNepLIMy2wYcmtG-v6YMliYM1J9WPtrHdrEXxxy31cYXUxtSxsmKOcsen0U8cLuQdoDSuEU6NTpo4lDGZKW4jC7wNIEnaSjrAG4HNFd4DCiMSkxXRvJPjd2P25/s1600/City+of+Dreams+New+Year+Countdown-2015.jpg" title="Black and White New Year's Ball 2015 at the City of Dreams Manila" width="560" /></a></div><b><br /></b> <br />"Countdown to 2015 at Manila's most luxurious ultra lounge with Pangaea Manila's Black & White New Year's Ball. Catch Chicago-based Jump Smokers plus music by #1 Bali-Singapore DJ Mikey Moran and our very own DJs Nina & Steal."<br /><br />For information and table reservations, contact +63 917 3813398 or email PangaeaTableReservations@cod-manila.com.<br /><br /><b>10. Fairmont Makati Spectacular New Year Feast</b><br /><b><br /></b> <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyXWQptS0Lsrjgt7XgJA51t9dAdMsvmc-y8J7tyjBFzziraMooGUjtWU_Di0pTneMhX-pMPQgNdIbwAk2vVHCDF_UCScDKhyphenhyphennDuUCKElbpFRLniJZLguQGgvBdRC3GMH4h0mvsU-SIMxne/s1600/Fairmont+Hotel+New+Year+2015.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Fairmont Makati Spectacular New Year Feast" border="0" height="220" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyXWQptS0Lsrjgt7XgJA51t9dAdMsvmc-y8J7tyjBFzziraMooGUjtWU_Di0pTneMhX-pMPQgNdIbwAk2vVHCDF_UCScDKhyphenhyphennDuUCKElbpFRLniJZLguQGgvBdRC3GMH4h0mvsU-SIMxne/s1600/Fairmont+Hotel+New+Year+2015.jpg" title="Fairmont Makati Spectacular New Year Feast" width="560" /></a></div><b><br /></b> <br />End 2014 on a delicious note with a spectacular gourmet spread at Spectrum. <br /><br />Dine during the New Year's Eve dinner buffet and gain exclusive access to the 9th floor Pool Bar New Year's Eve Countdown Party. Guests can also choose to start the year right by partaking in a sumptuous New Year's Day brunch or dinner feasts.<br /><br />New Year's Eve dinner buffet is at Php 4,195 net per person (with access to the Pool Bar Countdown Party and glass of champagne).<br /><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>New Year's Day brunch buffet is at Php 3,995 net per person</li><li>New Year's Day luxe brunch with champagne is at Php 4,995 net per person</li><li>New Year's Day dinner buffet is at Php 3,650 net per person</li></ul><br />For more information, please call the Holiday Hotline at +63 2 555 9848 or email dining.makati@fairmont.com.<br /><br /><b><br /></b> <b>11. Manila Peninsula New Year's Eve 'Crystal' Gala Ball and Dinner</b><br /><b><br /></b> <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiBKGERFt0jHbDomVVlrAzGzm8gtNTvmkZOSE5WSus4kHlQk86lPOzhSWhahIPsciYhGS3sXBSDK91QkCmqLgz4cfmelTyYZM890iq_ewoJb-NJNyGNhA5BMx3LQAKLSIvLJsyZXNbGu0V/s1600/The+Peninsula+Manila+New+Year+Countdown.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Manila Peninsula New Year's Eve 'Crystal' Gala Ball and Dinner" border="0" height="354" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiBKGERFt0jHbDomVVlrAzGzm8gtNTvmkZOSE5WSus4kHlQk86lPOzhSWhahIPsciYhGS3sXBSDK91QkCmqLgz4cfmelTyYZM890iq_ewoJb-NJNyGNhA5BMx3LQAKLSIvLJsyZXNbGu0V/s1600/The+Peninsula+Manila+New+Year+Countdown.jpg" title="Manila Peninsula New Year's Eve 'Crystal' Gala Ball and Dinner" width="560" /></a></div><b><br /></b> <br />While you're having a merry Christmas day with your loved ones, are you all set for New Year's Eve? It will be glitz, glitter and glam for 2014's final send-off party at The Lobby - the "Crystal" Gala Ball and Dinner. The Dinner Buffet is from 9:00 pm to 12 midnight; the Band plays from 9:00 pm to 2:00 am. For inquiries or reservations, please call (63-2) 887 2888 or e-mail: diningpmn@peninsula.com.<br /><br /><br /><b>12. Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila Fete 2015 New Year's Eve Special</b><br /><b><br /></b> <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8ZxDEBYVicuAT2VCy0PB3OzXfE1WZ-6PjXXBwarjHXlcLmA6WU2TCkJLtV7YgtEGqm-vJe1rOPWIFh0Qzwo1o3IGnHTzRCQdnAJsIasEQcFes7zyXuew2wRrFRdPC6SBTvvm6Z_h2dExA/s1600/Sofitel+Manila+FETE+2015.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila Fete 2015 New Year's Eve Special" border="0" height="418" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8ZxDEBYVicuAT2VCy0PB3OzXfE1WZ-6PjXXBwarjHXlcLmA6WU2TCkJLtV7YgtEGqm-vJe1rOPWIFh0Qzwo1o3IGnHTzRCQdnAJsIasEQcFes7zyXuew2wRrFRdPC6SBTvvm6Z_h2dExA/s1600/Sofitel+Manila+FETE+2015.jpg" title="Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila Fete 2015 New Year's Eve Special" width="560" /></a></div><b><br /></b> <br />Start the year right with a menu of activities celebrating 2015 featuring a petite à la carte selection consumable at Php2,500+++ from 6pm to 10pm and after-party access with tickets available at Php500+++ per person with a complimentary drink.<br /><br />Le Bar sets the stage for the annual New Year’s countdown and colorful balloon drop. Overlooking the magnifique Manila Bay, witness the burst of colors in the annual fireworks display officially greeting the New Year. Featured femme trio - The Zombettes spins hot tracks in a sensational countdown after-party.<br /><br />Free admission to the New Year’s Eve after-party for hotel guests and Le Bar diners. To make an online reservation or inquiry, <a href="http://bit.ly/1Em3ZxF" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">visit here</a>.<br /><br /><b>13. 'Michael Jackson' themed New Year Countdown at Discovery Suites</b><br /><b><br /></b> <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEib8T5Ba-T83nZ3f3sXlcnsYnuqY7dGlEBN-G02NCsjn7E93aC5TxFIam-nig6WZC1Cj7wvu2tewvBX86v4kRGAknXjFJHdshPY7tN-pIoGhAxapS7NlbyBUuLIS7gaVRu43axghDyUzIby/s1600/Discovery+Suites+New+Year+party+2015.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt=" 'Michael Jackson' themed New Year Countdown at Discovery Suites" border="0" height="390" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEib8T5Ba-T83nZ3f3sXlcnsYnuqY7dGlEBN-G02NCsjn7E93aC5TxFIam-nig6WZC1Cj7wvu2tewvBX86v4kRGAknXjFJHdshPY7tN-pIoGhAxapS7NlbyBUuLIS7gaVRu43axghDyUzIby/s1600/Discovery+Suites+New+Year+party+2015.jpg" title=" 'Michael Jackson' themed New Year Countdown at Discovery Suites" width="560" /></a></div><b><br /></b> <br />"Welcome 2015 with a lavish dinner at 22 Prime, and a Michael Jackson themed dance party at the Columbus Room on the 42nd floor. A stunning panoramic view of fireworks in the Metro Manila skyline caps off a fabulous midnight countdown. 15% discount for the first 30 tickets purchased on or before December 23, 2014. For inquiries, e-mail rsvn@discovery.com.ph or call (02) 719-6931 to 32."<br /><br /><b>14. 2015 New Year's Eve Countdown at Vask </b><br /><b><br /></b> <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2w0QnZXdTiuO6xQteTFn8XSgJPtLeaEcwF1urkJoClnVWGk1qgShlKV7wdfcYQ-CU4uqRQSYsgs7BcFFItXpgPiRY6qK8ASJdlCMV87EQIPjeeQQBAhxTzp23Gf0ExXnScmU9BpHRCoTp/s1600/Vask+2015+New+Year's%2BCountdown.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="2015 New Year's Eve Countdown at Vask" border="0" height="390" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2w0QnZXdTiuO6xQteTFn8XSgJPtLeaEcwF1urkJoClnVWGk1qgShlKV7wdfcYQ-CU4uqRQSYsgs7BcFFItXpgPiRY6qK8ASJdlCMV87EQIPjeeQQBAhxTzp23Gf0ExXnScmU9BpHRCoTp/s1600/Vask+2015+New+Year's%2BCountdown.jpg" title="2015 New Year's Eve Countdown at Vask" width="560" /></a></div><b><br /></b> <br />"Come join the countdown to 2015 and witness the most amazing view of the fireworks at the Deck. Witness the perfect view of Rockwell Makati, Bonifacio Global City and Ortigas! Come and celebrate 2015 with with bottles of cava and music from Vask DJs. For table reservations, you may call: 09178065292."<br /><br /><b>15. BEST WESTERN PLUS Antel Hotel New Year's Eve</b><br /><b><br /></b> <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgq7LPF7t8-a1K48tN7uoQbHfdPds6YjNEBk67SbsD90NM4lei52ZOhXOcXaXNroFkLhbUQJTdTW2wjGKQvHskvAQQTpq9UaW0X6Svtc2TbD5gZfwFXfrsGU8UqORsYw5jkPMzcu5CVxf9K/s1600/Antel-New-Years-Eve-2015.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="BEST WESTERN PLUS Antel Hotel New Year's Eve" border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgq7LPF7t8-a1K48tN7uoQbHfdPds6YjNEBk67SbsD90NM4lei52ZOhXOcXaXNroFkLhbUQJTdTW2wjGKQvHskvAQQTpq9UaW0X6Svtc2TbD5gZfwFXfrsGU8UqORsYw5jkPMzcu5CVxf9K/s1600/Antel-New-Years-Eve-2015.jpg" title="BEST WESTERN PLUS Antel Hotel New Year's Eve" width="452" /></a></div><b><br /></b> <br />"Enjoy the buffer dinner, live band and WIN from our raffle prizes. Most of all, stay with the people who care."<br /><br /><b><i>Notes: </i></b><br />1. For Makati residents, the New Year’s Eve Countdown and Street Party usually held along Ayala Avenue has been cancelled this year. <br /><br />Instead, the Makati city government is planning to donate the event’s hefty budget of PHP 30 million to the victims of Typhoon Ruby.<br /><br />2. ABS-CBN New Year's Countdown is Live on Bandila on Wednesday night. It will cover all the New Year's Eve Festivities around the Metro. <br /><br />3. Photos and information presented above are from official Facebook pages and websites of different establishments or companies with New Year Countdown to 2015. TheSummitExpress.com compiled the top 15 places and events for the benefit of its readers.<br /><br />Share now this post if you find this informative. Like Us on Facebook or Follow Us on Twitter for more interesting and original stories. Happy New Year my dearest <b><span style="color: #0b5394;">thesummitexpress.com</span></b> readers!</div>

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VIDEO: Xyriel Manabat plays 'progeria patient' in MMK ( December 20, 2014)

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">MANILA, Philippines - Award-winning child actress Xyriel Manabat portrays the role of a progeria-striken teenager named Rochelle, who, despite her ailment, lives a normal life in ABS-CBN’s “Maalaala Mo Kaya” this Saturday, December 20, 2014.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg77SdmViwu7P9AX5P7119gg767z-FcSwpOdsoirM-48axmIhs8F-zspkUdsDQOnIcRlf93dDduuYoCuP6gptPJNy-o-fyHCgjrfnbs39T3ZikP2lQhNqxP0guJmIsbnXd7jsDdDTCcJHQo/s1600/Xyriel-Manabat-MMK-progeria.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Xyriel Manabat plays 'progeria patient' in MMK ( December 20, 2014)" border="0" height="350" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg77SdmViwu7P9AX5P7119gg767z-FcSwpOdsoirM-48axmIhs8F-zspkUdsDQOnIcRlf93dDduuYoCuP6gptPJNy-o-fyHCgjrfnbs39T3ZikP2lQhNqxP0guJmIsbnXd7jsDdDTCcJHQo/s1600/Xyriel-Manabat-MMK-progeria.jpg" title="Xyriel Manabat plays 'progeria patient' in MMK ( December 20, 2014)" width="560" /></a></div><br /><br />At 5 years old, Rochelle’s body was overtaken by progeria, a rare genetic condition that causes a child’s body to show signs of aging. She was told by her doctor that she could expect to live only up to 15 years old. As the sad truth settles in Rochelle’s mind, she decides to live her short life to the fullest and experience things normal people experience–including falling in love.<br /><br /><b>WATCH: Xyriel Manabat I MMK December 20, 2014 Teaser (video courtesy of ABS-CBN Entertainment)</b><br /><br /><center><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="400" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/U1D8oAiKp_I" width="600"></iframe></center><br />Will love keep Rochelle’s high hopes to live, or will it cause her more pain?<br /><br />Also starring in the upcoming “MMK” episode are Paul Salas, Aiko Melendez, Dang Cruz, Maggie Dela Riva, Ian De Leon, Eva Darren, Crispin Pineda, Paolo Angeles, Ishmael Claverio, Carlo Lacana, Andrei Garcia, and JM Ibañez as Angeline. It is directed by Mae Cruz- Alviar and written by Mary Rose Colindres and Arah Jell Badayos.<br /><br />Rochelle was also featured on ABS-CBN's 'Kapamilya Thank you' Christmas Station ID as actress-singer Sarah Geronimo granted her wish.<br /><br /><center><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="400" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/5ltCUKe_tck" width="600"></iframe></center><br />“MMK” is led by business unit head Malou Santos and creative manager Mel Mendoza-del Rosario.<br /><br />Capturing the hearts of Filipino viewers all over the world for the past 23 years, “Maalaala Mo Kaya” has legions of fans from different generations who cried, laughed, fell in love, and got inspired through the real-life narratives of the show’s letter-senders.<br /><br />Don’t miss the longest-running drama anthology in Asia, “MMK,” every Saturday, 7:15PM, after “Home Sweetie Home” on ABS-CBN.</div>

VIDEO: Xyriel Manabat plays 'progeria patient' in MMK ( December 20, 2014)

MANILA, Philippines - Award-winning child actress Xyriel Manabat portrays the role of a progeria-striken teenager named Rochelle, who, despi...

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