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Treat yourself to a spa relaxation

Tuesday, 01 September 2009 22:13 Jherlyn Meneses / AJPress Los Angeles

THESE days, the level of stress appears to be always at its peak and pressure seems to be endless. Once in a while, there has to be a diversion from the busyness of life and one needs to indulge and pamper themselves with relaxation and rejuvenation - a visit to a spa!

The benefit of spa goes way beyond relaxation. It’s a total package. It de-stresses not just the body but the mind and spirit as well. It enhances spiritual awareness, increases energy flow in the body, improves body flexibility, reduce high blood pressure and tension, heal emotional distress, reduce effects of aging, soothes tired muscles, tones and nourishes the skin, detoxifies the body, stimulates circulation, reduces weight and reduces insomnia, fatigue and stress.

Rex in the city (of Glendale)

Wednesday, 26 August 2009 00:43 Cynthia de Castro / AJPress Los Angeles

When it comes to outstanding Filipino stand-up comedians, the name that most often comes to mind, especially for Filipino Americans, is Rex Navarrete. Since 2002, Rex has been the most celebrated Filipino stand-up comic to perform to multiple sold-out shows in Manila, Hong Kong and Singapore. The world-class comedian has performed alongside notable national headliners like George Lopez, DL Hughley, and Paul Mooney.

This coming Sept. 12, Rex joins other Filipino comedians to perform to an expected sold-out crowd at the Alex Theatre in Glendale. Aside from Rex Navarrete, The Pinoy All-stars Of Comedy will also feature Ron Josol, Joey Guila and Jo Awayan.

Funny Filipinos on stage

Wednesday, 26 August 2009 00:29 Cynthia de Castro / AJPress Los Angeles

Few things can beat a really good laugh. Research has shown many health benefits of laughter, ranging from strengthening the immune system to reducing food cravings to increasing one’s threshold for pain. There’s even an emerging therapeutic field known as humor therapy, which uses humor to help people heal more quickly, among other things.

In the midst of the recession, foreclosures and lay-offs, Filipino Americans are invited to a night of good belly laughs, fun and exciting entertainment on Sept 12 at the Alex Theatre in Glendale. Set to entertain the audience with their outstanding and distinctive brands of comedy are Joey Guila, Ron Josol and Jo Awayan, who will join Rex Navarrete in the Pinoy All-Stars of Comedy.

The Divine Comedians

Wednesday, 26 August 2009 00:23 Roger Lagmay Oriel

As succinctly put by the great Mark Twain, "Comedy keeps the heart sweet." And this is perhaps, what keeps Rex Navarrete, Ron Josol, Joey Guila and Jo Awayan on their toes, bringing laughter and cheer to the hearts of their kababayans here in the US. The Asian Journal MDWK Magazine proudly presents a bevy of talented, zany Pinoy stand-up comics in this week’s issue. So sit back, relax and enjoy the showcase.

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Citizen Pinoy: 100 episodes and still going strong

Wednesday, 19 August 2009 00:36 Gayle Gatchalian / AJPress Manila

And he has every reason to be. Immigration law usually leaves a bad taste in people’s mouths. It’s complicated and difficult and good intentions don’t automatically return good results. The show Citizen Pinoy, which airs on TFC is watched widely by Filipinos for the free immigration advice it offers. From tourist visas to obscure paragraph 5 section D technicalities, Gurfinkel has and probably will talk about it. The show is a “service,” he insisted in between camera breaks. Sitting there amongst a crowd of fellow migrants desperately seeking answers that could explain the why, what and how of getting to the United States, I couldn’t help but agree more.