2013-04-14 ~ Wazzup Pilipinas News and Events

Friday, April 19, 2013

Make A Video Blog Promoting Wazzup Pilipinas

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I got inspired from what Stanley Chi did for me when I requested him to make a video invite for Wazzup Pilipinas. He made some wacky statements impromptu to humorously promote Wazzup Pilipinas and to even mention my name on video.

It was a real treat for me and Wazzup Pilipinas.You can read all about it here :
http://www.wazzuppilipinas.com/2013/04/stanley-chi-promotes-wazzup-pilipinas.html

For that I would like to run a contest for the best video blog or invite promoting Wazzup Pilipinas.

Video Blog Contest Mechanics:

1. Make a creative (humorous, serious, animated, imaginative, entertaining, star-studded, musical, with special-effects, or whatever.,) video blog promoting Wazzup Pilipinas. http://www.wazzuppilipinas.com/. For reference please refer to these video blogs created by Stanley Chi for Wazzup Pilipinas:

Videos of Stanley Chi are also available here:

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Mixed Martial Arts really tests the agility and stamina of the fighter. This is where the real men are differentiated from the boys. This is a tougher sport which requires the fighters to get more rigorous training and discipline in eating habits. The fighters are most probably required to exert all efforts to keep their bodies in shape.

Every effort spent in several hours of training will now be tested when they fight against an opponent which is presumed to have undergone the same manner of training. This is where we will see who will remain standing.

One Fighting Championship (One FC) has added three additional bouts for the main event and biggest fight this coming May 31, 2013 at SM Mall of Asia Arena. Witness Kevin Belingon and Masakatsu Ueda, Eduard Folayang and Kamal Shalorus, and Phil Baroni and Nobutatsu Suzuki in action as they pay off their day-to-day trainings and go for the win.

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I know that you will agree that nobody here will reject an opportunity to go to Boracay especially this summer when it would be refreshing to cool down in the water. Oh Boracay! How I would love to go there right now and cool down at your beaches!

The 16th NESTEA Beach Fest happening there right now promises to be the coolest beach experience this summer as it brings British singer-songwriter and rapper Jay Sean to the shores of Boracay for a one-night only performance at the 16th NESTEA Beach Victory Party.

After over two weeks of intense games, sizzling beach parties and refreshing activities, the 16th NESTEA Beach culminates at Boracay with three days of back-to-back summer fun on April 18-20. Champions from the men’s and women’s divisions of the beach volleyball tournament will be crowned and will party with international star Jay Sean and today’s hottest DJs.

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Awesome is not enough to describe how AWESOME the Hot Import Nights 2 Manila will be on April 20 and 21, 2013. They can also be pretty and wacky at the same time! Now that's the kind of ladies that are more fun to be with! Babes are definitely more fun in the Philippines!

I've searched the entire dictionary and even the thesaurus but I can't seem to find the moist appropriate words to describe the event happening at the World Trade Center (WTC) soon.

Aside from the magnificent cars on display at the three halls of WTC, the babes of Hot Import Nights 2 Manila are another reason (in fact I think they are the most highly anticipated part of the event) why a lot of dudes race towards the venue the very first second it opens its doors to the public.

Bring out your fancy DSLRs and powerful lenses as we capture the beauty of both bumpers and babes!

Below are a few solo shots from the pretty faces and sexy bodies of the babes of Hot Import Nights 2 Manila :

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Robinsons Place Manila was on fire last April 18 when beautiful pimped up automobiles, and magnificent ladies made from heaven, were presented to the members of the media and selected guests of the Hot Import Night 2 Manila press conference.

The press conference was held to officially announce the upcoming car show that is now considered to be the biggest and boldest event of the summer of 2013, and to introduce the four alluring divas of car shows namely Eva Skye, Nicole Duminie, Dannie Riel and Jeri Lee.

Wayne Raqueno, organizer of automotive events for more than 20 years already and has always been into modifying cars and is a fan of every form of motorsports, and Mike Munar, were also there on stage to answer the questions of the audience.

Where else can you find the coolest cars and the hottest babes? Nowhere else but at the Hot Import Nights 2 Manila happening at the World Trade Center on April 20 and 21, 2013.

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Popular Rapper and Emcee Nathan J sings the official music video of Hot Import Nights 2 Manila to be held at the World Trade Center Halls 1, 2 and 2 on April 20 and 21, 2013.

It will feature many gorgeous babes and bumpers showcasing their cool and hot assets!

The official music video of Hot Import Nights 2 is a very classy and upbeat video production directed by Jonathan Chio and produced by Ladder Events Production.

It also has B2B Babes Jhaszm and Mika as supporting.

Official Music Video and Video Invite of Nathan J for Wazzup Pilipinas below.

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"Pinoys, like me, enjoy pizza. There may be some of us who pronounce pizza as “picha” or “pisza” but no matter; as far as taste in pizza is concerned, Pinoys are united. Just don’t get started with how we pronounce “mozzarella”."

I'm in the mood again for some Italian cuisine for our snack. Hhhmmm....looks like we'll be having pizza and pasta again. The two great things that I will never stop loving.

So we would like to try dining at a restaurant we have never been to yet. My wife and I were trying to stay away from crowded places so we decided to have a late lunch to avoid the lunch rush hour where it takes longer to order than to dine.

But were so tired with the usual rice meals so its off to a pizza and pasta place - the next best thing to dishes that comes with our favorite staple food.

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Yahoo Philippines reports that “Wowowillie” is in trouble again. That Wil Time Big Time variety show host that has been very controversial because of his so called tactless behavior on live TV.

MTRCB has summoned executives of the TV5 show for a hearing on Monday, April 22 after its deputies and Facebook netizens complained about the skimpy outfits and alleged excessive flesh exposure on the part of the program’s female dancers in its April 16 episode.

Many are saying that this Willie Revillame dude is both the personification, and a public display of wrath, greed, sloth, pride, lust, envy, and gluttony. You may surround a pig with diamonds and pearls, at the end it is still a pig.

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Bursting onto the national scene with her viral video on YouTube, Zendee has been an instant hit to both casual fans comprised of the masses and even the most ardent of music aficionados.

Her amazing vocal prowess and out of this world personality have brought her something all Filipino artists aspire for but rarely have the chance to get – a global audience.

This was brought about by the once-in-a-generation opportunity of guesting on "The Ellen DeGeneres" show, which she completely and utterly nailed from start to finish - dancing onto the stage with her Gangnam style dance march, to her tear-jerking interview, and topping it off with her awe-inspiring performance of Jennifer Holiday’s “And I am Telling You”.

Finally, the much-awaited album is out !

Warner Music Philippines Signs Partnership with Petronas

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Warner Music Philippines, one of the country’s top music labels, signed a partnership with Petronas, a global leader in the distribution of engine lubricants, to offer a new and exciting way of enjoying music on your favorite gadgets. The partnership introduces My Green Card, powered by Warner Music Philippines’ Musikcard, which allows Petronas customers to access the label's vast song catalogue.

Petronas is the first to offer this amazing music experience in the Philippines. Customers with a Petronas My Green Card can download 100 files of their favorite tracks — from pop, rock, love songs, OPM, hip-hop to R&B — into their PC, MP3 or mobile phones.

In photo are Flerry de Leon, Warner Music Philippines President & GM and Carlos Corpuz, Petronas Energy Philippines, Inc. President & CEO during the signing. Standing are members of the band General Luna, Ebe Dancel, Zendee and Mayeen Ledesma, Marketing Manager of the Petronas Energy Philippines Inc. Lubricant Business Division (far right)

Stanley Chi Promotes Wazzup Pilipinas

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Stanley Tan Chi is described by Wikipedia as a Chinese Filipino observational comedian, cartoonist and graphics master. Currently, he is the co-host of TV5's Front Act, and a writer who has already published 6 books including "Suplado Tips" of which humor is always the primary factor for which he gained his popularity and success along side other humorous artists/writers like Ramon Bautista and Tado Jimenez.

He also writes for FHM Philippines (http://www.fhm.com.ph), the country's most sought after men's magazine - so you already have an idea why he was there and what he really likes!

I met with the guy during the Hot Import Nights 2 Manila press conference held at Robinsons Place Manila and before the press con ended, I requested him to make a video invite for Wazzup Pilipinas.

He gladly and immediately accepted my invitation without any hesitation and ingeniously scripted impromptu a very wacky invite. No rehearsal - just pure natural humor oozing with charisma!

I liked the first video invite so much that I requested him to make another one - of which he made no second thought.

Below are two sensational video invites made for Wazzup Pilipinas!

Thanks, Stanley! I owe you two!

Hot Import Nights 2 Manila Babes Screams for Wazzup Pilipinas!

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This is just a teaser to my real write-up about the press conference that happened yesterday. More stories a day before the start of the main event. I'm just so excited to show you some of the videos that I took. More pictures and videos soon!

Well, the babes of Hot Import Nights 2 Manila are all excited for this weekend's grandest car show event happening at the World Trade Center in Pasay city on the 20th and 21st of April 2013.

HIN2 Manila is takin' ovah WORLD TRADE CENTER !!!

Enjoy great rides plus the friendly and voluptuous babes like Jeri Lee, Nicole Duminie, Eva Skye and Dannie Riel.

APRIL 20 - 21, 2013
HOT IMPORT NIGHTS 2 MANILA

Day 1 - CARSHOW - 11am to 6pm
Day 1 - VIP PARTY - 8pm to 1130pm

Day 2 - CARSHOW - 11am to 8pm

Below are videos of the Hot Import Nights babes screaming for Wazzup Pilipinas!

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The Puzzle Mansion is a remarkable destination in Tagaytay where both intellectual and imaginative can appreciate the attractions. It can be more appropriately called the Puzzle Museum instead because the "artifacts" that you can find there are stunning works of hard labor and patience. Imagine painstakingly working on a puzzle with hundreds of pieces - wouldn't you get so bored or would you be more challenged?

It really is up to the person and his attitude in life. This is where we can differentiate the more procedural and logical from the less appreciative and have short burst of interests towards tasks that would seem repetitive and habitual. Some werereally not born with the patience.

I had the chance to visit the mansion with my fellow bloggers through the free shuttle service from Shangrila Plaza to the mansion itself, courtesy of course of the owner herself-Ms Gina Gil-Lacuna. We were very much delighted about the place plus the Godly presence of the owner herself while we were touring inside her museum. At 61, she was able to explained everything to us with all her very zealous and vivacious personality not mentioning her well- modulated voice.

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Do you want to win as much as 20,000.00 Pesos!

Showcase your talents and skills with animation by entering your creative works to iZone-iHub's animation competition!

We invite you to be part of this opportunity. For those skilled with animation and design this is your chance to shine. Get your work featured and get your designs known. This coming April 20, 2013 at iZone-iHUB Techsite in Ortigas Pasig City. On the spot creation of masterpiece and animation.

For interested parties you can sign up via http://ihub.izonetech-ph.com and click on the FAC Registration Form link. The theme of the contest will be creation of E-Cards (Electronic Cards) Fully animated and it has to have its own creative juice.

For details regarding the competition you can visit this link : http://ihub.izonetech-ph.com/content/izone-ihubs-flash-animation-competition

Angus Beef and Chateau De France : Now Available at SM Supermarkets

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You better drop whatever it is you're all doing right now and come on over to SM Supermarket in Makati because they are now selling "Certified" Angus Beef (one of the best tasting meats known to man) and has also opened Chateau De France (your authentic and complete French bakery experience) - that's two new excellent offerings from the SM Supermarket that most of us Filipinos love!

Now, there's more reasons to visit SM Supermarkets in Makati, and I'm sure these new offerings will also be available soon in all branches of SM Supermarket. In fact, aside from SM Makati,I was informed that the first-class quality Angus Beef is also initially available in SM Supermarket branches like SM Megamall, SM Baguio and SM Naga. Soon there will also be Chateau De France outlets in other SM Supermarkets.

SM Supermarket really brings us such fine selections worthy of our exquisite taste!

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The Department of Transportation and Communications (DOTC) believes that the investor turnout for the Automatic Fare Collection System (AFCS) is proof of high investor confidence in the project, as well as in the agency itself.

“We are very pleased with the investor turnout for the AFCS Project. Serious players from the transportation, IT, banking, and retail industries – both local and foreign – all came out to seek pre-qualification to participate in the bidding of the project,” the Transport Department said.

A total of nine (9) consortiums involving major local and foreign conglomerates, banks, and IT companies submitted eligibility documents to the Department of Transportation and Communications (DOTC) and the Light Rail Transit Authority (LRTA) last Friday (April 12), in an effort to qualify as bidders for the P 1.72-Billion Contactless Automatic Fare Collection System (AFCS) Public-Private Partnership Project.

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We all know that each and everyone in the field of customer service must always consider the customers as top priority. We all aim to please the customers so we can maintain a harmonious relationship with them so that they would continue to remain as our customers.

Sometimes we even need to pamper them once in a while so they would feel important. That's the reason why there are discounts, promos, freebies, special offers, and other similar marketing strategies that are proliferating so that the customers would recognize some form of rewards for being loyal, transferring or new customers.

The same with government agencies, like the Department of Transportation and Communications (DOTC), which must make all situations amenable to most of their customers, if not all.

As one of ONE FC's co-headliners and Bantamweight World Champion, Bibiano Fernandes will be competing Koetsu Okazaki on a world stage at SM Mall Of Asia Arena this coming May 31, 2013. From the slums of Brazil and the isolated jungles of the Amazon to the bright lights of Manila, Bibiano shares his story and journey with us.

Fernandes grew up in the slums of Manaus, Brazil. Left to fend for himself after the passing of his mother, a young Fernandes scavenged for food in the Northern Brazilian city, living on leftovers and begging for food. He even spent several years living off the land in the Amazon Jungle. Fernandes revealed that he does not think about those young times, although when pressed, he added that his childhood probably developed his never-say-die attitude.

He returned to Manaus after a few years. Without a home and with nobody to turn to, a teenage Bibiano began cleaning houses and wash cars in exchange for food. There was a Jiu-Jitsu school in the neighborhood and he was mesmerized by what he saw. One of the students at the school became his friend and volunteered to pay a month’s fee for him to train. “He asked me if I wanted to train and I immediately said yes.” A month after rolling and tapping out veterans with years of experience, the coach asked him if he will like to compete in an upcoming tournament. Bibiano explained he had no money to pay neither the monthly fees nor the entry fee for the competition. Bibiano explained, “The coach simply said ‘Bibiano you come everyday and clean the gym’” and allowed him to train for free.

Foodies on Steroids : One Day. Many Challenges.

The concept is to invite foodies (food bloggers) who would like to take on the challenge of eating their way throughout several restaurants located in one area like a mall or a food court - all in just one day!

It will be sort of a race where each restaurant will be preparing some meals and a challenge for the contestants. Each contestant must finish the food and complete the challenge before proceeding to the next restaurant and so on.

The fastest one who can finish first, or whoever eats the most, will win prizes from our sponsors and recognition as the Certified Foodie Master on Steroids!

Soon!

Tuesday, April 16, 2013

Hot Import Nights Manila 2 : All Roads Lead to the World Trade Center on April 20 and 21

All roads on the 20th and 21st of April will lead to the World Trade Center as almost every dude out there would be joining several automobile hobbyists and enthusiasts for an awesome event involving the coolest rides and the hottest babes around.

The Hot Import Nights Manila 2 event will showcase magnificent collections that will amaze you and keep you wishing you could own one of them someday! ...and I'm not just talking about the customized and pimped rides, I'm also referring to the lovely and luscious ladies that has undoubtedly always been a part of every car show in history.

Several activities to keep you revving for more will make this event spectacular!

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Up-and-coming technopreneurs from Japan and the Philippines met up for the second-time around to continue their exchange of cultures and ideas over dinner and socialization at an informal Monday evening gathering dubbed as the 2nd Samurai-Juan MeetUp.

Samurai-Juan is a meet-up party for Japanese IT businessmen and the Philippines' existing start-ups. It invites around 30 to 40 people and discuss about each businesses and the possibilities of collaboration among the two nationalities, while munching on a great buffet of Japanese cuisine.

Several aspiring and rising Filipino technopreneurs were again invited to a simple dinner and get-together with their Japanese counterparts by Bolooka Co-Founder Marc Medina at Hanaichi Japanese Restaurant over at Bonifacio Global City last April 15, 2013.

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Would you agree with me if I say that the Filipinos totally love fiestas?... and a buffet is the closest one you could get to if you can't wait for the next fiesta to come along?

I strongly believe that almost everyone here loves to dine on a feast with several choices of sumptuous food that will delight most of the senses, especially the taste. We also enjoy a meal when we are given a choice to taste a bit of everything, or pick just a few of the dishes we really want.

For example, I love seafood better than meat, but would gladly take a small bite of each type just to taste them, and find out which I would choose to come back for seconds or on my next visit.

Though I couldn't really eat a lot in just one seating, I really prefer a variety than just one specialty. A buffet is the most affordable way to surround myself with a grand selection of dishes.

SumoSam Olympia Grand Launch: Big and Better Buffet in the Heart of Makati

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It's time for the ceremonial cutting of the Maki by SumoSam co-owner Marvin Agustin to signify the official launch of the newest SumoSam branch. The event was witnessed by the media and guests a few nights ago.

I got an invite to witness this somewhat "historical" event that formally launched one of the newest branch of SumoSam Restaurant that's a lot different from the previous branches. It's that Japanese restaurant owned by three partners namely Marvin Agustin, Ricky Laudico, and Raymund Magdaluyo.

SumoSam Olympia located at the lower ground floor of the Somerset Building (just right beside the Manila Peninsula Hotel in Makati) offers a buffet style unlike the other SumoSam branches. For only Php 499 per person, you can get to try a variety of delectable dishes and delicacies done best at SumoSam. They also offer breakfast from 6am to 10am and happy hours menu .

They are also open 24 hours a day and is actually the biggest and the most elegant Sumosam restaurant in the Metro, in the heart of the Makati commercial and business district. The place is very ideal for private meetings, special functions, and corporate events.

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It was my first time to meet Chris Cayzer at one of his gigs a few days ago. A friend of mine invited me to join him to watch his show at the Kanto Resto Bar located at the Podium in Ortigas Avenue in Pasig. Since it was near from where I live, I decided to tag along and see the performance.

I pretty much love acoustic music where you would know who can really sing or just relying on a great sound system or the loud accompanying band music.

It is also with added admiration to see a performer play a musical instrument on his own. It makes an impression of multiple talents - singing and playing the guitar puts Chris Cayzer at the level of other talented acoustic singers.

I guess you really have to know how to play an instrument and sing at the same time to be able to attain a performance full of feelings or emotions that would hit deep the hearts of your fans.

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Congratulations to the five newest queens of the Binibining Pilipinas 2013 beauty pageant. You might have kept the world waiting for this day, but you five were definitely worth every second of the long yet thrilling wait.

The Binibining Pilipinas 2013 winners and recipients of special awards were finally named during the coronation night at the Smart Araneta Coliseum last Sunday, April 14, 2013.

This event was very special for the Binibining Pilipinas pageant as it celebrates 50 years of beauty this year. The pageant has been able to produce 2 Miss Universe winners (Gloria Diaz in 1969 and Margie Moran in 1973) and 3 Miss International Winners (Aurora Pijuan in 1970, Melanie Marquez in 1979, and Precious Lara Quigaman in 2005) since its humble yet elegant beginnings way back in 1964.

Foursquare Day is on Every 16th Day of the 4th Month of the Year

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Started officially in 2011, the Foursquare Day is held every 16th day of the 4th month of the year (literally the number 4 squared). The event aims to gather all Foursquare aficionados to meetup and build relationships outside the four corners of the social app.

We are reminding netizens and social media fanatics that, Foursquare, our favorite location-based social networking application, will celebrate the Foursquare Day across different locations around the world on April 16. In the Philippines, the celebration will be held at the Mega Atrium, SM Megamall at around 5PM.

This year, the #4sqDay 2013 official badge will be made available as well to all members who will check-in that day.

The event in the Philippines is sponsored by SM Megamall, e-Plus, Papa Johns Pizza, Star Mobile and SM Cinema.

Papa Johns Pizza will be treating the first 200 who will present the #4sqDay 2013 badge. e-Plus will raffle flip cameras and Star Mobile will be giving a phone to the lucky Foursquare Day attendees.

See you all and don't forget to use our hashtags #4sqDay and #4sqDayPH.

Komikon 2013 : Pinoy Comic Artists and Fans Converge at the Bayanihan Center in Pasig

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Thank you to all who came and supported the Summer Komikon 2013 (Official Event Page)!

Just a short note for now but plenty of pictures to feast your eyes upon, and plenty more Thank You's !

Congrats to Komikon for what can be considered as a succesful and jampacked fun event. Everyone felt the great convention fatigue as they relax on a Sunday with their comics loot. We will enjoy reading our comics (some of which were signed) haul!...and play or flaunt with our souvenirs toys, shirts, and other memorabilias!

In this blog is also a roaming video that hopefully captured the people, comic book products and events at Summer Komikon 2013.

THANK YOU SUMMER KOMIKON 2013!!!

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For the nth year running, car enthusiasts raced to the World Trade Center a few days ago for the highly anticipated Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) organized by the Worldbex Services International (WSI).

Many are saying that the Manila International Auto Show of 2013 is a far cry from shows slapped on with an imported name and MIAS once again proved that it is the best automobile show in the country with more than a hundred of cars on display from hundreds of exhibitors. Would you agree?

They say every year, Worldbex Services International outdoes itself with their highly successful events, and the recent Manila International Auto Show is definitely proof of WSI’s excellence.

But the other sensational stars of the MIAS are the equally alluring kinds with magnificent bumpers to boasts. I'm talking about the car show promo girls or models that have been a constant sight at every car show including MIAS. It seems they will always be there as an added attraction and highlight to the car show events....and photographers, both pros and newbies, would not miss on the opportunity to have some photo ops with the lovely ladies clad in sexy scantily outfits.

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If you were not yet tempted in taking a bite after seeing the yummylicious treat above, then get ready to resist more temptations as we bring you more sumptuous Pinoy-friendly Mexican food treats that will surely have you running to Doggie's Mexican Chow Express right now.

The proprietors reinvented Mexican food by fusing it with the Filipino taste. Selected ingredients were added to give their food a unique touch that most Filipinos out there will surely love.

Bite into some delicious yet affordable Mexican treats where the Doggie barks and wiggles her tail.

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Marco Ho is Bogart the Explorer, the famous YouTube character that parodies the late wildlife expert Steve Irwin and his distinctive Australian accent, or was it Discovery Channel’s Bear Grylls of Man vs. Wild. Well, you be the judge if its either of the two or if he is uniquely his own identity.

You would see him in YouTube making fun out of everything Filipino - its culture and the people themselves. He is widely known for his humorous videos like the Philippine Snatcher, the Philippine Barker, and other similar video episodes that will surely keep you laughing out loud.

This guy, from Davao city, is planning to have a superhero movie soon, but he needs all your help to make it possible! You can sponsor or contribute some financial assistance- in short, they need all your money - well, most of it, just so they could start production and filming a movie about "Bagsik", the superhero!

Below is a video invite he made for Wazzup Pilipinas during the Komikon 2013 event held at the Bayanihan Center in Pasig city.

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In the past two years, Globe Tattoo has given recognition to individuals from different fields that have made a great impact and even propelled change via a number of online platforms. This year’s Tattoo Awards is no different, except that it’s bigger and perhaps more youth-oriented.

Major categories include: Blogger Phenom of the Year, Trending Twitter Phenom of the Year, YouTube Phenom of the Year, and Instagram Phenom of the Year. Winners from any of these categories shall receive a cash prize of P100,000. Special awards, wherein winners take home P50,000, include: Best Social Media Movement, Best Comedy on YouTube, Best Music on YouTube, Best Style Blog, Best Sports Blog or Microblog, Best Tech Blog or Podcast, Best Photoblog or Microblog, and Best Travel or Food Blog. A new feature also allows you to create your own category. Anyone active on Facebook, Twitter, and/or Google can participate by logging on to www.TattAwards.com to fill out the nomination form.