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'World of Dance PH': Teen who performed with Justin Bieber wows judges

'World of Dance PH': Teen who performed with Justin Bieber wows judges

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A teen from Chicago who once performed with pop star Justin Bieber, a man dancing for his mother, and a dance group that tries to bring awareness to social issues --these were just some of the acts who passed their "World of Dance" audition Saturday.

First off was Nate Porcalla, a 15-year-old from Chicago. His freestyle routine earned him an average score of 89 points from the judges -- something expected from someone who already got to share a stage with Bieber in 2016.

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Second on stage was Step One Latin Sensation, a ballroom dance group from General Santos City. Despite a few timing errors, their impressive footwork ultimately led to them getting enough to move to the next round.

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Zyro Santos, whose only wish is for his mother to become proud of him for his dancing, was third to grace the stage.

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His hip-hop routine started off energetically, drawing comparisons with Gary Valenciano himself, but drew criticisms for the drop in quality of the moves he showed off in the latter parts.

Still, he scraped past with 80.3 points. Acts will need an average of 80 points from the judges.

His achievement was made sweeter when he saw his mother waiting for him backstage to congratulate him.

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Last off was Novel Crime, a dance group that tries to incorporate socially relevant messages in its routines.

For their audition, they took the stage one inspired by poverty. They shared that most of them are poor and that they often had to pawn off their phones just to pay for their costumes.

While their theme attracted praise from the judges, it was pointed out that there was barely anything outstanding in their moves. They got exactly 80 points.

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"World of Dance Philippines" airs Saturdays after "Home Sweetie Home" and Sundays after "Wansapanataym."

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Jodi Sta. Maria's 'JSM Channel' hopes to bring positivity, inspiration

Jodi Sta. Maria's 'JSM Channel' hopes to bring positivity, inspiration

MJ Felipe,

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Multi-awarded actress Jodi Sta. Maria is taking time off from the limelight to focus on a project that has been in the pipeline for 13 years.

On Monday, February 24, Jodi launched her own revamped YouTube channel - The JSM Channel.

Speaking to a few invited media outlets and vloggers, Jodi shared that her online channel hopes to bring inspiration, kindness and positivity to its viewers with the first three shows that they produced.

“Live Light” is an inspirational and information talk show wherein Jodi, together with subject matter experts, will discuss topics and issues that needs to be talked about. Sensitive issues are inevitable according to Jodi, that's why she invited experts to give professional insights and advice.

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“JSM Travel and Tours” may sound like a name of a travel agency, but yes, Jodi is retaining her passion for capturing her travels. "Kadalasan, we take a piece of that place with us but this time I want to leave a piece of my heart to that place" said Jodi.

“Let's Drink to That!” is a fun chitchat show with Jodi and two of her friends - AC Soriano and Cheena Crab. The show aims to celebrate victories and success stories hoping to spread positivity and inspire other people to champion their journeys.

Now that she'll be a certified vlogger, Jodi rallies behind the crusade of debunking fake news and misinformation online. "You have followers, knowing you have a platform, I just hope that these platforms are used responsibly, 'coz you just don't know kung sinong buhay ang naapektuhan ninyo dahil sa mga fake news na lumalabas."

She added, "So if you're given a platform, use it responsibly. Use it wisely."

Setting up a Youtube channel can be a challenge and expensive, what more a channel with three shows premiering. Jodi said, this is an investment she is willing to invest to.

"I am investing in this show because I believe in the show's cause. Pinaniniwalaan ko talaga (ito)."

JSM Channel will go live on March 4. “Live Light” will premiere on March 4, 7 p.m. “JSM Travel and Tours” will start on March 6, 7 p.m., while “Let's Drink to That!” will take its first sip online on March 9, 11 a.m.

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