PASSERBYBy Nestor Cuartero The story goes that back in the 1800s and well into the 19th century, upper class Lipeno ladies wore sandals, called step-ins then, studded with bits and pieces of gold in them as a sign of wealth and the good life. It was the height of the coffee boom in Lipa, Batangas, then known as a major grower …
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The roar of the crowd was deafening, a sea of eager faces illuminated by the electrifying glare of spotlights dancing across the arena. The SM Mall of Asia Arena pulsed with energy as the Philippine music scene cranked the volume to its highest with the first-ever Filipino Music Awards (FMAs) on October 21. At the heart of it all was PlayTime, not …
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Dondon Nakar, matinee idol of the mid to late 1970s, passed away quietly on November 1 at his home in Mandaluyong City. His wife, Candy Nakar, said the former actor died of cardiac arrest. He was 66. Dondon’s remains will lie in state at Mount Carmel Church in New Manila, Quezon City on November 5 and 6 from 2 to …
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Quezon City Film Commission (QCFC), in partnership with the QCinema International Film Festival, announces the launch of the first-ever Quezon City Film Market (QCFM) — a new industry platform designed to connect Quezon City’s leading film and media companies with international partners and opportunities. Set to take place on November 18–19, 2025, at the Monet Ballroom, Novotel Manila Araneta City, …
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Shirleena Joice Espinoza, better known as Joice Espinoza, is a Filipino singer and recording artist born on June 6, 2007, in Olongapo City, Philippines. With a powerful and captivating voice, she has emerged as one of the most promising young artists of her generation. Joice’s passion for music was evident at an early age. At just ten years old, she …
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If you are a pet lover or simply, an animal caregiver, especially of cats and dogs, it’s your chance to show your cause-oriented flair in this season’s “Fairy-Furry Festival 2025” on October 30, 3026 at SM City East Ortigas in Pasig City. The event aims to highlight emergency preparedness once pets are in trouble. According to Ricky Manzano, one of …
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Like “Quezon,” the movie, which is still being screened nationwide and has been eliciting discussions, both intelligent and trifling, Arjanrmar Rebeta’s (with weighty directorial contributions from award-winning filmmaker Jeffrey Jeturian) “Lakambini Gregoria de Jesus” has the potential of being another controversial subject. Although its intention and presentation are clear—to merit a remembrance of Gregoria as a major historical figure, and …
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by Boy Villasanta In the reel life of Filipino actress Lovi Poe, her character as Gregoria de Jesus in the docu drama “Lakambini Gregoria de Jesus,” she gave birth mirthfully to her baby with husband Andres Bonifacio (Rocco Nacino), a documented real-life information about the couple. Unfortunately, Gregoria and Andres’ child died early on in its infancy which devastated the …
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by Boy Villasanta It’s another mourning moment for the local entertainment industry when actor Patrik de la Rosa recently kicked the bucket. Patrick died at the Adventist Hospital Bakersfield in California, USA. This was announced by his wife, Arnie Bella de la Rosa who passed on the news to showbiz reporter Jojo Gabinete. “He will be remembered for his unwavering …
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There was a hush at Cinema 12 of Gateway Cineplex 18 as the screen showed a woman reaching for cocktail cans during the big reveal of the seven official entries in the full-length category of Puregold CinePanalo 2026. The cinematic moment sparked drama and excitement among the gifted filmmakers whose dream projects were set to come to life. The seven …
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