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Monday, November 12, 2012

Batangas Today: “Walmart Black Friday 2012: Walmart Early Black Friday Online Deals On Electronics” plus 9 more

Batangas Today: “Walmart Black Friday 2012: Walmart Early Black Friday Online Deals On Electronics” plus 9 more


Walmart Black Friday 2012: Walmart Early Black Friday Online Deals On Electronics

Posted: 12 Nov 2012 11:36 AM PST

Walmart Black Friday 2012 Deals

Walmart Black Friday Online Deals
Image Credit: Walmart.com

Walmart‘s early Black Friday online deals dubbed as “Ultimate Online Specials” continue with great offers. Their online deals are loaded with different types of gadgets and appliances at discounted price. Discounts are from 9% – 45% depending on the items offered. Free in-store pickup and free shipping are also offered for customers who shop online for some eligible items.

Below are some of the electronics deals offered in Walmart’s early Black Friday online deals:

  • Apple iPad 2 16GB WiFi & Bonus Accessory Kit – $399
  • Canon EOS Rebel T3 Digital SLR Camera Bundle – $499
  • Coby MID7033-4 with WiFi 7″ Touchscreen Tablet PC – $69
  • Straight Talk Samsung Galaxy S2 w/ Bonus Starter Kit – $349
  • Nintendo Wii Ultimate Bundle – $159
  • Acer 10.1″ Netbook PC – $228
  • HP 15.6″ 2000-2b49WM Windows 8 Laptop PC – $298
  • RCA Home Theater System with Upconverting DVD Player – $89

Product features and specifications can be viewed at Walmart.com. Availability, styles, promotions and prices may vary between stores and online. Prices and offers are subject to change without prior notice.

Virgin Mary apparition in Malaysia hospital window pane spotted, many Catholics claim (Photo)

Posted: 12 Nov 2012 09:10 AM PST

A so-called Virgin Mary apparition was believed to have appeared in a window pane in a hospital in Malaysia, as shown in the photo below. Hundreds of devoted Malaysian Catholics are now praying and singing religious hymns in the area where the mysterious image was spotted several days ago.

Virgin Mary sighting Malaysia

‘Virgin Mary apparition’ in Malaysia
Image Credit: MalaysianDigest.com

According to MalaysianDigest.com on Sunday, November 11, 2012, the supposed Virgin Mary sighting happened at Sime Darby Medical Center (SDMC) in Subang Jaya, Selangor, outside Kuala Lumpur. The image has drawn crowd since Friday, after the photo started to go viral at Facebook and Twitter.

As noted in the report, a lot of witnesses who were in the area since Saturday claimed that the alleged Virgin Mary image is getting clearer as days went by. The event is already causing traffic in the area as some cars also park and drivers try to look at the image, which was first noticed by a hospital cleaner.

Meanwhile, the news have already reached the knowledge of Bishop Emeritus Anthony Selvanayagam, who told the Catholics not to immediately judge on what they saw and wait for the official statement of the Catholic Church, with Virgin Mary being the Mother of Jesus Christ and very important for most Catholics.

“Let us be peaceful and not get carried away by such incidents. The church does not blindly accept such claims without first conducting an investigation on what was sighted.” The bishop was quoted in the report, adding that there were a lot of so-called apparitions earlier but none of them were proven real.

“The church will not jump onto the bandwagon and endorse such cases without first verifying its authenticity. The Catholic Church is not so naive to just follow what is claimed,” he added, as some believers said that Mother Mary could be sending a message to them, reminding them to repent for their sins.

Walmart Black Friday 2012: Search and Buy the Best Deals Using the Walmart App

Posted: 12 Nov 2012 08:48 AM PST

Walmart Black Friday 2012

Walmart Black Friday 2012 Ads
Image Credit: Walmart

Walmart Black Friday 2012 shoppers can now browse, search and buy all the best deals using their smartphones, according to the Walmart official website. A Walmart app is now available to help customers plan their Black Friday 2012 shopping which starts on Thanksgiving Day, November 22, 2012.

The Walmart mobile application is compatible to Android smartphones and Apple mobile devices that include iPhone and iPad.

Walmart App
Walmart App
Image Credit: Walmart

According to the Walmart website, the mobile Walmart app provides the following features.

  • Browse, search and buy Walmart.com products
  • Add products to a favorites list using voice input or text, or by scanning bar codes
  • Scan items to see the current price at the store
  • Find the nearest Walmart Store
  • View your Local Ad and Rollbacks
  • Browse $4 prescriptions and order refills
  • View, share and print your online photos

Below are the different ways of getting the Walmart mobile app depending on the device.

Walmart App for iPhone

  • Click the App Store logo
  • Text “iphoneapp” to 63257
  • Scan the QR code

Walmart App for iPad

  • Click the App Store logo
  • Text “ipadapp” to 63257

Walmart App for Android

  • Click the App Store logo
  • Text “androidapp” to 63257
  • Scan the QR code

Oz dress auctioned, Judy Garland dress in ‘Wizard of Oz’ sold at Julien’s Auction for $480,000

Posted: 12 Nov 2012 06:44 AM PST

The so-called Wizard of Oz dress was auctioned at Julien’s Auction in Beverly Hills, California and was sold for $480,000. The said dress, which Judy Garland as Dorothy Gale wore in the 1939 movie Wizard of Oz, was only among the items sold during the two-day auction, November 9-10, 2012 (Friday-Saturday).

Judy Garland Wizard of Oz dress

Judy Garland’s dress at ‘Wizard of Oz’
Image Credit: Julienslive.com

As noted at the latest update at Julienslive.com on Sunday, the winning bid for the costume, which includes the original blue and white pinafore and blouse, and was designed by Adrian, was $480,000 during the ‘Icons & Idols Auction’ by an unknown bidder. It was expected to fetch from $400,000 to $600,000.

As described in that Julien’s Auction page, the pinafore is constructed of blue and white cotton gingham with over-the-shoulder straps that end in points and are decorated at the ends with white (two-hole) mother of pearl buttons, with the buttons located at the front waist and back waist.

On the other hand, the blouse is made of white lightweight sheer cotton and the stand-up band collar and cuffs are trimmed with medium blue rickrack. It has puff short sleeves, gathered at front neckline only, along with a hook and eye back closure; with a label in the seam that reads “Judy Garland 4461.”

The said Judy Garland dress was said to be one of the only complete costumes of original pinafore and blouse known to still exist. It was consigned and sold at Christie’s in 1981 by Kent Warner, an MGM costume designer who helped with the landmark 1970 MGM back lot auction.

As noted at CNN, among the other signature items that were sold in that event include Steve McQueen‘s racing jacket, which was sold for $50,000; Julie Andrews‘ dress in the “Sound of Music, which was bought for $38,400; and a purple skirt worn by Marilyn Monroe while filming “River of No Return,” sold for $50,000.


Wizard of Oz movie clip, featuring Judy Garland as Dorothy Gale
Video Credit: MovieClips/YouTube/MGM

Weird Stolen Fish: Rare Louvar Fish Found in Cabo San Lucas Stolen (Photos, Video)

Posted: 12 Nov 2012 04:58 AM PST

A weird fish caught by a group of fishermen in Cabo San Lucas was reportedly stolen, according to a report by Pisces Fleet Sportfishing blog on Tuesday, November 6, 2012. The stolen weird fish can be mistaken for a red snapper or tuna.

Weird Stolen Fish: Louvar with Angler
Louvar on angler
Image Credit: Pisces Fleet Sportfishing

Pisces identified the weird stolen fish as a louvar with scientific name, Luvaras Imperialis.

The weird stolen fish was reportedly last seen in the area about 22-years ago.

Weird Stolen Fish: Louvar on dock
Louvar on dock
Image Credit: Pisces Fleet Sportfishing

Captain Josue Moreno, captain of the 28 ft cruiser Marina, and his crew was out for a half day of fishing with several tourists last November 1, when they discovered the louvar fish.

Weird stolen fish: Louvar back of  boat

Image Credit: Pisces Fleet Sportfishing

According to Pisces, the stolen louvar has a dorado-shaped head, wahoo tail, a body similar to a tuna with a snapper color.

Below is a video of a live Louvar fish.



Weird Stolen Louvar Fish
Video Credit: Pisces Fleet Sportfishing Blog / Youtube

Walmart Black Friday 2012: Walmart offers 1-hour stock guarantee on Apple iPad 2 on early Black Friday sale

Posted: 12 Nov 2012 04:02 AM PST

Walmart is offering a 1-hour guarantee of stocks on Apple iPad 2 and two other electronic devices on Thursday, November 22, 2012 (Thanksgiving Day), the night before Black Friday, November 23. The Walmart Black Friday 2012 sale will start at 5 a.m., while their Thanksgiving Day sale starts at 8 p.m.

“If select Black Friday items sell out, you still have a chance to get them at that price.” A statement reads at the official Walmart Facebook page on Sunday, November 11, along with a link to their ads of their 1-hour stock guarantee offer to early Black Friday 2012 shoppers.

“Visit a Walmart store on Thursday, November 22, between 10 p.m. – 11 p.m., and we guarantee the three items featured below will be in stock.” Walmart said in that particular early Black Friday ad, referring to the iPad 2 16GB Wi-Fi, which costs $399 only plus get a $75 Walmart Gift Card.

“If any of the three items sell out in the first hour, you can purchase a Guarantee Card to ensure the item will ship to that same store for pick up before Christmas.” Walmart added. The two other items included in the 1-hour stock guarantee are Emerson 32″ 720p LCD TV, which costs $148 and a LG Blu-ray Player, worth $38 only.

“This year, for the first time ever, customers that shop during Walmart‘s one-hour event will be guaranteed to have three of the most popular items under their tree at a great low price.” Duncan Mac Naughton, chief merchandising and marketing officer, Walmart U.S., was quoted in an earlier statement.

According to the Walmart 1-hour stock guarantee ad, the Guarantee Card is limited to one per customer per item. Its distribution will end 1 hour after the Black Friday sale time and is only applicable to the mentioned items; and payment should be made upon checkout for the Guarantee Card.

Note: Prices and offers are subject to change without prior notice. Batangas Today does not guarantee availability of offers.


Walmart Black Friday 2012 1 hour guarantee ad
Walmart Early Black Friday 2012 1-hour stock guarantee ad
Image Credit: Walmart.com

Total Solar Eclipse 2012: Australia To Witness Total Solar Eclipse on November 13

Posted: 12 Nov 2012 03:41 AM PST

Total Solar Eclipse

Total Solar Eclipse
Image Credit: Hinode/XRT

A total solar eclipse can be seen in Australia and the Pacific Ocean on Wednesday morning, November 14, 2012 or about 2 p.m. US ET on Tuesday, November 13, according to a report by Space.com. The last solar eclipse that occured in May 20, 2012 was reportedly an annular eclipse.

The total solar eclipse will be very visible in the city of Cairns in Queensland. The moon is expected to start covering the sun from 5:44 a.m. local time (2:44 p.m. U.S. Eastern Time on Tuesday). The moon will be in between the Earth and the sun and a full solar eclipse will last from 6:38 to 6:40 a.m..

Reports say that the total solar eclipse will create a narrow path shadow from the moon across northeastern Australia and the ocean.

Scientists and tourists are expected to flock into the city of Cairns to witness the event.

According to Space.com, “

a solar eclipse occurs when the moon gets between Earth and the sun, and the moon casts a shadow over Earth. A solar eclipse can only take place at the phase of new moon, when the moon passes directly between the sun and the Earth and its shadows fall upon the Earth's surface. But whether the alignment produces a total solar eclipse, a partial solar eclipse or an annular solar eclipse depends on several factors.

Mike D’Antoni hired as new LA Lakers coach, replaces Mike Brown

Posted: 12 Nov 2012 01:51 AM PST

Mike D’Antoni was hired as the new LA Lakers coach, replacing Mike Brown, who was fired last Friday, after the team lost four of its five games in the start of the NBA 2012-13 season, contrary to earlier speculations that Phil Jackson might return as the team’s coach for the third time.

Mike D'Antoni

Mike D’Antoni
Image Credit: NBA.com

According to a post at NBA.com on Monday, November 12, 2012, Los Angeles Lakers spokesman John Black confirmed on Sunday night that Mike D’Antoni signed a multi-year contract to be the new Lakers coach, with the team being expected to formally announce the deal within this week.

As noted in the report, D’Antoni was chosen unanimously as Brown‘s replacement by Lakers owner Dr. Jerry Buss and executive vice president Jim Buss, along with general manager Mitch Kupchak, with Kobe Bryant and Steve Nash both expressing their support for their new coach.

“Obviously I think everyone knows how much I love Mike. If (D’Antoni) were to coach, it would be seamless and terrific for me, and I think the team as well.” Steve Nash was quoted at ESPN before the announcement was made. He used to play for the Phoenix Suns and D’Antoni was the team’s head coach that time.

D’Antoni, 61, who holds American and Italian dual citizenship, won the ‘NBA Coach of the Year’ award for the 2004–05 NBA season when he was Suns coach. Back in May 2008, he became the coach of the New York Knicks, but he resigned on March 14, 2012. He was replaced by then assistant coach Mike Woodson.

Meanwhile, ESPN Los Angeles reported that Warren LeGarie, D’Antoni‘s agent, confirmed to them that Mike has signed a four-year contract with the LA Lakers, with Los Angeles reporting first that a source told them that Phil Jackson‘s negotiation with the team broke down, and D’Antoni quickly accepted the offer.

MTV EMA 2012 winners announced, Taylor Swift, Justin Bieber, One Direction, Psy win big (Complete List)

Posted: 12 Nov 2012 12:48 AM PST

Taylor Swift and Justin Bieber won three awards each during the MTV Europe Music Awards (MTV EMA 2012) night on Sunday, November 11, 2012, held at the Festhalle in Frankfurt, Germany. British teen group One Direction won two awards, while Korean singer Psy won one award. The complete list of winners is available below.

Taylor Swift MTV EMA 2012

Taylor Swift, singing ‘We Are Never Ever Getting
Back Together’ at MTV EMA 2012 night

Image Credit: MTV/Picture Group

As noted at MTV.com on Sunday night, Taylor Swift won the Best Female, Best Look, and Best Live awards, and sang her latest single “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together,” in a circus-themed performance in the last part of the show. Bieber, who is now on his Believe concert tour, was not present but his video acceptance was shown.

“This is my very first EMA. I’m so excited. This is unreal.” Taylor Swift was quoted telling to the crowd when she received the Best Female award. She recently released the complete details of her upcoming Red Tour 2013, which will be held in 45 US cities and several Canadian provinces, and will start from March 13, 2013.

On the other hand, Bieber, who was recently reported to have broken up with Selena Gomez, won the Best Male, Best Pop and Best Worldswide Stage awards. One Direction won the Best New Act and the Biggest Fans awards. Rihanna, who had six nominations and the most nominated artist, did not win any award.

Meanwhile, Korean sensation Psy won the Best Video award for his double-platinum hit ‘Gangnam Style,’ and was presented by David Hasselhoff, who wore an astronaut suit that night. The late American singer, Whitney Houston, was awarded as a Global Icon, and is only the third artist to receive the honor, next to Bon Jovi and Queen.

Below is the complete list of the MTV EMA 2012 winners, as summarized from MTV.com, with the event hosted by super-model Heidi Klum, along with video performance of Taylor Swift singing “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together” that night.

* Best Female – Taylor Swift

* Best Male – Justin Bieber

* Best New Act – One Direction

* Best Song – “Call Me Maybe,” Carly Rae Jepsen

* Best World Stage – Justin Bieber

* Best Video – “Gangnam Style,” Psy

* Best Pop – Justin Bieber

* Best Rock – Linkin Park

* Best Look – Taylor Swift

* Best Alternative – Lana Del Rey

* Best Hip Hop – Nicki Minaj

* Best Live – Taylor Swift

* Biggest Fans – One Direction

* Best PUSH – Carly Rae Jepsen

* Global Icon – Whitney Houston


Taylor Swift, singing ‘We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together’ at MTV EMA 2012 night
Video Credit: MTV

First NFL tie since 2008: St. Louis Rams vs San Francisco 49ers Game Ends tied at 24

Posted: 12 Nov 2012 12:01 AM PST

First NFL tie since 2008

First NFL tie since 2008
Image Credit: ESPN

The first NFL tie since 2008 was the outcome of the game between the St. Louis Rams and San Francisco 49ers on Sunday, November 11, 2012. The game ended up tied at 24 points after top strikers of both teams missed their overtime field goals.

In 2008, the Philadelphia Eagles and Cincinnati Bengals ended their game tied at 13 points apiece.

Rams coach Jeff Fisher described the first NFL tie since 2008 by saying that he has “been doing this a while. I don’t think I’ve ever been in a game like this. As I told our guys, we had a number of chances to put the game away. And, unfortunately, we didn’t.”

Greg Zuerlein of St. Louis reportedly missed two kicks, a 53 and 58-yarder, in overtime.

Later, David Akers missed a 41-yard attempt that could have won the game for San Francisco.

The 49ers earlier lost quarterback Alex Smith in the first-half of the game due to concussion.

Below is the complete box score of the game between the St. Louis Rams versus San Francisco 49ers.

NFL Box score
NFL Team Scoring Summary
NFL Team Stat Comparison
NFL Box score: St. Louis Rams vs. San Francisco 49ers
Image Credit: ESPN

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