HAPPY TEARS. Samantha Catantan breaks down after officially claiming a Paris Olympics berth via the Asia-Oceania Zonal Qualifier in Fujairah, United Arab Emirates on Saturday (April 27, 2024). She nipped Kazakhstan’s Sofia Aktayeva, 15-14, in the women’s foil final to become the 12th Filipino qualifier. (Photo courtesy of International Fencing Federation) MANILA – Samantha …
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The owners of Ted Baker’s Canadian operations have filed for creditor protection in a bid to help the retailer get enough “breathing room” to decide whether to liquidate and wind down the business or pursue other unspecified alternatives. Clothing brand facing has been ‘unsuccessful’ in reducing costs, say lawyers in …
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The Korean “Queen of Tears,” starring Kim Soo-hyun and Kim Ji-won, garnered 21 percent nationwide rating again with episode 15. According to Nielsen Korea, episode 15 of “Queen of Tears” (눈물의 여왕) on April 27 got a nationwide rating of 21.056 percent, lower compared to 21.625 percent for episode 14 …
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Cecile Azarcon Cecile Azarcon’s story as a singer and songwriter began when she was 19. At this age, she wrote the powerful, inspirational song “Lift Up Your Hands,” which was popularized by Basil Valdez. “Ang daming storya ng ‘Lift Up Your Hands.’ That’s the song that ushered in my music career. …
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Photo Credit: Reuters MIAMI (AP) — For two days, the Boston Celtics lamented getting beaten on their home floor. And when they finally got to play again, they let out all the frustration. The result: a defensive masterpiece. Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown each scored 22 points to lead a …
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Cavite Rep. Elpidio Barzaga Jr. passed away at the age of 74 on Saturday (Philippine time) in California in the United States, his family confirmed. He is survived by his wife, Dasmariñas City Mayor Jenny Austria-Barzaga, as well as his sons Kiko, Third, and Enzo. “Throughout his life, Cong. Pidi …
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Actress Sofia Pablo looks to grow more professionally as she enters a new phase in her life Actress Sofia Pablo was a vision of youthful glam and sweetness on her 18th birthday celebration, a Hawaiian-themed debut party held at Raffles Makati. Instead of the traditional 18 roses, Sofia opted for a …
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Mandy Romero, representing the youth of the Philippines,delivers the country statement at the 68th Session of the United Nations (Commission on the Status of Women.) MANILA, Philippines — In her bid to break barriers in education experienced by women and girls in the Philippines, Mandy Romero, 23, wrote and delivered …
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Philippine Canoe Kayak Dragonboat Federation (PCKDF) president Leonora Escollante, International Canoe Federation (ICF) President Thomas Konietzko, Puerto Princesa City Mayor Lucilo Rodriguez Bayron, ICF official Uli Schreck and ICF Dragon Boat Commission Chair Dr. Wai-Hung Luk flash the thumbs up sign after the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding for …
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In an industry that rewards youth, TV host and comedian Vice Ganda proudly proves that age — and the wisdom that comes with it — is something to be proud of. Fresh from his much-talked-about birthday bash, Vice Ganda joined businesswoman Anna Magkawas at The Manila House in Bonifacio Global …
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