THE Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Philippines Chapter came up with a unique and attractive way to mark the Philippine tourism industry’s golden year through the “PATA Gala–A Fashion Show with a Heart.” The event gathered leading tourism personalities who presented a dazzling show that drew an overflow crowd. The …
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Binibining Pilipinas ready to crown new queens
A total of 40 candidates will vie for two titles this weekend. PHOTO BY JOHN ORVEN VERDOTE Binibining Pilipinas is all set to crown two new queens come Sunday, May 26, 9:30 p.m. at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. With hosts Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray, Miss Grand International 2016 1st …
Read More »‘Romeo and Juliet’ lawsuit over child actors’ nude scene to be thrown out
A child abuse lawsuit over a nude scene filed by actors who played star-crossed lovers in Franco Zeffirelli’s 1968 “Romeo and Juliet” will be thrown out, a California judge said Thursday. Olivia Hussey was 15 and Leonard Whiting 16 when they starred in the Oscar-winning film of William Shakespeare’s tragedy from Hollywood …
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Michelle Dee Filipinos are passionate about pageantry, whether they’re watching or competing. When Michelle took home the Miss Universe Philippines 2023 crown, it polarized the country because others thought Bohol bet Pauline Amelinckx was more worthy of the title. Both are equally empowered women, with each unique in their own …
Read More »The second wave of Crazy As Pinoy
Crazy As Pinoy members Basilyo, Sisa and Crispin The Filipino hip-hop scene has received a shot in the arm and now enjoying rip-roar energy as Basilyo, Crispin and Sisa of the 2000s hit group Crazy As Pinoy make their much-awaited comeback. Hard to forget, not only because of the group …
Read More »Flowers, candles outside Tina Turner’s Swiss home
Shortly after news of Tina Turner’s death on Wednesday, candles and flowers began piling up outside the estate in Switzerland the rock legend had called home for decades. A large crowd began gathering outside the cast-iron gate, shrouded in darkness, with fans walking up one by one to lay flowers …
Read More »Simply the best: Rock queen Tina Turner has died at 83
Rock legend Tina Turner, the growling songstress who electrified audiences for decades, has died at the age of 83, a statement said Wednesday. “It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Tina Turner,” read the statement on the official Instagram page of the eight-time Grammy winner. (FILES) US …
Read More »Joshua Garcia’s acting matures in Regal’s ‘Ang Mga Kaibigan ni Mama Susan’
After suffering from major delays because of the pandemic, the highly anticipated film adaptation of Bob Ong’s best-selling novel “Ang Mga Kaibigan ni Mama Susan” starring Joshua Garcia has finally arrived. The mystery-thriller by celebrated director Chito Roño was first meant to be an entry to the 2020 Metro Manila …
Read More »Three ABS-CBN shows amass more than half a billion views online
Richard Gutierrez (right) and Jake Cuenca in an intense scene in ‘Iron Heart’ The digital platform has proven to be a popular destination for viewers to catch their favorite programs. Case in point, three ABS-CBN’s primetime shows have amassed more than 642 million total views on Kapamilya Online Live from …
Read More »Elisse finds support in McCoy as she tackles daring roles and navigates motherhood
Motherhood has been a transformative journey for actress Elisse Joson, shaping her in multiple profound ways. It has not only deepened her understanding of life but has also emboldened her to embrace more daring roles in her acting career. “Becoming a mother has brought about a newfound sense of strength …
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