The seven sins of the smartphone user

Smartphones have become nearly ubiquitous in modern society. For some, the bond with a smartphone is quasi-religious, which is appropriate, because it is possible to misuse the devices – sin even. With that in mind (and a tongue in cheek), here are the seven deadly smartphone sins. PRIDE: Smartphone users have a sense of superiority over people still stuck with landlines. Landlines,... 

Prince Philip suffers bladder infection

LONDON (AP) – Elton John sang “I’m Still Standing,” Stevie Wonder crooned “Isn’t She Lovely,” and Paul McCartney sent “All My Loving” as musical royalty celebrated Queen Elizabeth II’s 60-year reign with a concert outside Buckingham Palace Monday.  Read More »

PNoy’s Samba night with Grace

Manila, Philippines – It was a date night for President Benigno S. Aquino III and rumored girlfriend Grace Lee at the concert of Sergio Mendes and Brazil 2012 last Tuesday. Contrary to rumors they are no longer dating, the President brought Lee, a radio and television personality, to enjoy the performance of the bossa nova sensation from Brazil at the Smart Araneta Center in Cubao,... 

11 injured in Bowl concert

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) – Overwhelming “human gridlock” in Indianapolis’ Super Bowl Village was causing police to rethink crowd control Saturday on the eve of the National Football League championship game. Eleven people were injured Friday night as an estimated 50,000 people flooded downtown streets for a free outdoor concert by the band LMFAO. Two other people were injured Friday... 

The secret to Marvin’s success

MANILA, Philippines – MARVIN Agustin proves the wisdom in Confucius’ words: “Choose a job you love and you will never have to work a day in your life.” A successful actor and businessman for many years now, Marvin makes movies, shoots TV shows, produces concerts, and runs restaurants like there’s nothing to it, and with lots of time to spare for family, fun, and future plans. By...