An Old Man and His Heartwarming Story Going Viral

Photo: Mugstoria (Screenshot)

A picture of an unhappy old man and his heartbreaking yet touching story was posted in Mugstoria, a page on Facebook, uplifted thousands of netizens last Tuesday.

The picture of the old man was taken in a cellphone shop Apple Jane Cardenas where he was staring on the cellphones displayed on the shop.

Cardenas felt compassion for the old man who keep on asking the price of a certain unit though there was a displayed price on every unit. As narrated, the old man have a blurry vision and he liked a certain unit worth 1,399 pesos. Afterwards, Cardenas ask him his budget and the old man showed his money. And she was amazed because the old man had worked for it by just doing Christmas carols. His money had totaled 1,229 pesos, lacking 180 pesos to buy the phone he liked. Gladly, people around helped and gave money- including Cardenas who also bought him a sim card and was regretful for she cannot just treat the man for the phone, for him to completely buy it. And when he had already bought the phone, the old man's unhappy face was covered with joy. The happiness that was seen on his face became unexplainable. He kept thanking everyone. He then said that he can now text his children and access Facebook.

In the comments, people from various places were still touched and amazed though someone in the comments claimed that had no children and is somewhat childish. His story aroused strong sympathy to the readers and had him concerned. Some offered help to make things better for him and asked for personal information. 

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As of now, his story and pictures continues to hearten every reader, shedding some tears in their eyes.

Kylie Verzosa brought home Miss International 2016 title

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A beauty queen from the Philippines was crowned as the New Miss International last October 27, 2016 at the Tokyo Dome City Hall in Tokyo, Japan.

Kylie Verzosa brought home the Miss International Title for the Philippines when she bested more than 65 other representatives of various countries and regions.

Verzosa was born on Baguio, Philippines. She graduated from Ateneo de Manila University with a bachelor’s degree in Business Management and works as a preschool teacher. She is 24 years old and 1.75 meters tall and an advocate for depression and suicide awareness.

Few days before the pageant, Verzosa posted a photo on social media saying that she is ready for the competition. In her Instagram photo, there she was holding the Philippine flag with the caption, "Philippines this is for you, my blood, sweat and tears. I am ready for you Japan!”

Photo: Nick Verreos

In the event, the top 15 semifinalist were the lovely candidates from Argentina, Canada, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Finland, Japan, Mexico, Poland, Russia, Thailand, Philippines, Australia, Indonesia, Nicaragua, and USA. And there it goes for the lucky 5 stunning ladies representing their country which where the USA, Nicaragua, Indonesia, Australia and the very lovely Philippines. In the end, the Philippine bet won the title.

Photo: Nick Verreos

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In the national costume portion, Verzosa looked gorgeous in her attire- an intricately designed modern terno. And meanwhile, she looked glowing and sexy in her swim wear attire.

Fellow Filipinos became proud of her for her response in the question and answer portion. She said that, “If I become Miss International 2016, I will devote myself to cultural understanding and international understanding because I believe that it is with developing in each of us [the] sensitivity to other cultures, that we expand our horizons tolerate difference and appreciate diversity.”

Afterwards, she added that she is prepared to take on the role and responsibility of being the Miss International 2016.

A Breathtaking Smile of a Premature Baby 5 Days After Birth

The photo of a premature baby with a huge smile. via Lauren Vinje

A touching yet inspiring photo of a premature baby flashing a big smile on her face has gone viral after being posted and shared on Facebook by her mother.

The infant girl named Freya appears to look happy in the photo weighing less than four pounds and still covered in Neonatal Intensive care unit.

Lauren Vinje posted the photo of her five (5) days old daughter, which was taken two (2) years ago, on Facebook and was shared and posted on a Facebook group, Love what matters.

In her post, she wrote, "Our first daughter at five days old. 3 lbs. 14 oz., she was happy to be alive! This picture was one I looked at often to get me through the ups and downs of our NICU days. Life is so precious."

Over 300,000 people recently liked the photo and it was shared over for 44,000 times. The viral photo also prompted some 9000 comments in the day after Vinje uploaded the photo. The viral photo of baby Freya spread in the entire America and was featured in ABC news.

Vinje shared the story of her daughter through Birth without Fear, a page on Facebook. She wrote that she began showing signs of preeclampsia around her 28th week of pregnancy. Preeclampsia is a condition of a complication of pregnancy by a blood pressure and a signs of damage to another organ system. And it can potentially cause fatal complication for the mother and baby if left untreated.

“Honestly, she is the best thing that has happened to us,” Lauren Vinje said.

Last November 2016, Freya celebrated her second birthday.

There are really some instances that are not expectable to come and destined to occur and it's a miracle to give birth when complications and suffering hits. 

"Mahal ko o Mahal Ako" Spoken Word Video in Facebook went Viral for its Stunning Message

The viral video of spoken word art titled "Mahal ko o Mahal Ako" from Ann 

Mae Monique Jongko's Facebook Account

A video of a spoken word art genre “Mahal ko o Mahal Ako” by Ann Mae Monique Jongko went viral after it was uploaded on Facebook. It was then featured on Filipino Dubs and Tee Radio, both popular pages on Facebook and was viewed by an estimated number of 950,000 people.

The video being featured in Tee Radio and Filipino Dubs. (Screenshot)

Since it was uploaded, the video have touched hearts and minds. Her words were so remarkable and impactful. And the 17-year-old student, from Caraga State University Cabadbaran Campus in Caraga Region, gained recognition and popularity for her piece and her talent.

Some comments from the video by netizens. via Facebook

The people on Facebook just love what she spoke. It was an accurate truth regarding the topic. The words used and the phrases spoken were so much relatable to most people. The thoughts she shared stroke every viewers’ feelings and emotions. And her feelings as she delivered the message were felt naturally.

"Mas pipiliin ko pa rin ang magmahal at masaktan kaysa pilitin ang sarili kong magmahal ng iba at makasakit pa", this was the most stunning line of her piece.

Until now, the video keeps on touching hearts and minds. And the words spoken by her are embedded in the hearts and minds of the viewers.

The Bottle Flip Challenge Is Obsessing Everyone

Mike Senatore's Water Bottle Flip Video during a Senior Class Talent Show. via Youtube

It is happening all over the world: teenagers in everywhere in, along with everyone are flipping bottles of liquid so it lands in an upright position.

The so-called new viral ‘talent and skill’ has arisen and the internet goes wild and obsessed.

It is the Bottle Flip challenge. Ever tried one? You probably will after reading this.

The Bottle Flip challenge is a new challenge that involves landing the plastic bottle filled with a little amount of liquid in an upright position by simply tossing it in the air. Amazing, right? 

The bottle flip was invented and popularized by Mike Senatore during his Senior Class Talent Show performance in Ardrey Kell High School as he performed his unique ability to flip a bottle landing it standing in an upright position. His performance made the auditorium crazy when he landed the bottle and his video went viral thereafter.

The challenge has been in everywhere and done everywhen. It is apparently just that obsessing to do. Why is because all you need a plastic bottle and yourself, then you can try the challenge wherever you want and whenever you want. It is just that simple.

What’s the catch? No, there is no catch. All you need to do is figure out the amount of liquid, the arc of your toss and your patience. Then kaboom, you can do the challenge.

If you are thinking it is simple, then go do the Bottle Flip challenge. And to as what I had read from an article,  “if you can’t beat them, join them”.

Below are a collection of videos of the Bottle Flip Challenge from YouTube: 

Mannequin Challenge Is The New Storming Video Trend

Rae Sremmurd Mannequin Challenge in Black Beatles Concert Live 2016. via YouTube

A new trend has begun to challenge people on the internet. Ever seen videos of people acting like a mannequin? If you haven’t, then you probably will be seeing it in no time.

It is called the Mannequin Challenge. It is a challenge involving one or more people freezing or acting like a mannequin in one place as someone records it. The motionless mannequin-like people, often in elaborate scenarios and poses, are filmed by a camera through the scene.

This ‘challenge’ has gained popularity and is now accepted and done everywhere around the world.  And just like the previous viral challenges, teenagers are leading the way.

It is a fun, creative and exciting challenge. Also, it is not that arduous to do.

According to Twitter’s history, the first video of this challenge was uploaded by a group of high school friends from Edward H. White High School in Jacksonville, Florida. Unfortunately, it was already discovered and had been done way back then.

The Mannequin Challenge is still growing its popularity and the videos uploaded on the internet are becoming innumerous. Every one of the video has its own uniqueness, background and theme.

Below are some videos of Mannequin Challenge from Facebook and YouTube: