Megan Fox tops ’FHM’s’ sexiest women list

LOS ANGELES—Megan Fox is the sexiest woman in the world—at least according to FHM magazine.

The Transformers costar tops FHM’s annual 100 Sexiest Women in the World poll of FHM readers. The 21-year-old model-actress beat out the likes of Angelina Jolie (No. 12), Rihanna (No. 14), Kim Kardashian (No. 17), Paris Hilton (No. 77) and last year’s champion, Jessica Alba (No. 3).

Fox debuted on the annual list in 2006 at No. 68 and ranked at No. 65 in 2007. Joining her in the top 10 this year are—in descending order—Jessica Biel, Alba, Elisha Cuthbert, Scarlett Johansson, Emmanuelle Chriqui, Hilary Duff, Tricia Helfer, Blake Lively and Kate Beckinsale. Britney Spears came in last place at No. 100.

The women from MTV’s The Hills duke it out on the list with Heidi Montag (No. 44) beating out Audrina Patridge (No. 80) and Lauren Conrad (No. 95). Current Dancing with the Stars contestant Shannon Elizabeth (No. 46) returned to the ranking after being absent last year, joining professional dancers Cheryl Burke (No. 40) and Karina Smirnoff (No. 78).

FHM said nearly 9 million votes were cast for the 14th edition of the annual poll. --AP

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MARITONI CABANGON is graduating on May 10 with a degree of philosophy and political science at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles, where she is a Dean’s Lister at the Bellarmine College of Liberal Arts.

In a letter to Maritoni earlier this year, College Dean Rev. Michael Engh, SJ, acknowledged her “exceptional academic performance” and informed her that her grade point average “placed you among the top students in the Bellarmine College of Liberal Arts.”

Maritoni is the daughter of D.Edgard A. Cabangon, president of Isuzu Gencars and chairman of Eternal Gardens Memorial Park.

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TO celebrate the highly anticipated launch of the “It’s a Small World” attraction at Hong Kong Disneyland, entertainment sweetheart Nikki Gil of the Philippines, pop idol Two of Thailand, singer and actress Miriam Yeung of Hong Kong, along with Malaysian singer-songwriter Michael Wong gathered to record a brand-new remix version of the classic Disney song “It’s a Small World (After All).” The attraction is scheduled to be opened to the public on April 28.

Renowned for their exuberance, bright smile and love of children, the four celebrities will appear at Hong Kong Disneyland to perform in the “It’s a Small World” Evening Dedication Celebration, which will be held one day prior to the official public launch. Their talent and contemporary musical interpretation of this timeless Disney classic will help pass on the popular tune to future generations.

“I grew up with this classic Disney song, and it never fails to bring a smile to my face,” said Gil. “It’s an honor to be participating in the momentous launch of this Disney occasion, and to help bring happiness, laughter and mutual understanding to guests all around the world.”

Happy girl Yeung reminisced with her fellow singing partners on the profound influence the theme song has had on Hong Kong.

“Many of us in Hong Kong grew up with this song and I personally have a deep affiliation with the Cantonese verses composed by the legendary lyricist James Wong,” said Yeung. “It has always reminded me that laughter has the power to bring people together and has great influence on those around us.”

Taiwanese love-song guru Wong showed great enthusiasm and excitement when performing the brand-new remix version. “I’ve known this song all my life, and it brings back many happy memories,” said Wong. “It was wonderful to have had the opportunity to sail through the ‘It’s a Small World’ attraction while listening to the theme song. I felt as if I had been transported into a colorful world, as seen from the whimsical perspective of a child.” 

While filming the music video, all four celebrities were very eager to visit the “It’s a Small World” attraction and see the unique elements in Hong Kong Disneyland’s version.

Gil enjoyed the entire ride immensely and wanted to try the attraction again and again. She paid particular interest to the new versions of the theme song being played inside the attraction and clapped enthusiastically upon hearing the theme song in her native language, Tagalog.  

The Asia segment in Hong Kong Disneyland’s version of “It’s a Small World” is twice the size of those at other Disney parks around the world.  It is also the first time that Disney characters have been introduced to the attraction.

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Briefs: Megan Fox tops ’FHM’s’ sexiest women list

LOS ANGELES—Megan Fox is the sexiest woman in the world—at least according to FHM magazine.

The Transformers costar tops FHM’s annual 100 Sexiest Women in the World poll of FHM readers.

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