In the middle of her presswork as Features Editor of Market Monitor, Gem Suguitan had to choose between journalism and caregiving for her folks. At the time, her dad was bedridden while her mom was withdrawn from the crowd. On top of that, the family had to move to Vintar, Ilocos Norte where the family of her father is rooted. …
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by Boy Villasanta Yes, the 1973 Miss World First Runner-Up Evangeline Pascual is still in the thick of things among fashion, film and television industry events. Tomorrow, March 29, 205, Evangeline will receive the 2025 Philippine Faces of Success award at the Teatrino in Greenhills for her outstanding achievements in fashion, acting, visual arts and education. Evangeline has been receiving …
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Hiligaynon full-length film Salum directed by TM Malones and Mindanaoan short film Champ Green were honored the top prizes in their respective categories at the second edition of the wildly successful Puregold CinePanalo Film Festival. At the awarding ceremony, held on March 19 at The Elements, Eton Centris in Quezon City, Salum took home four Puregold CinePanalo trophies in the …
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What makes entertainment beat, its news attractive to readers or watchers and journalists/reporters/writers stick to its coverage? Aside from the colorful events and intriguing stories that show business churns out every day, the intricacies and common experiences shared among celebrities and the quotidian, showbiz narratives easily popularize both the subject, the surrounding circumstances and their presenter because they gather enough …
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Actresses Caridad Sanchez and Delia Razon were LVN Pictures’ stars of yesteryears. Caridad is younger than Delia, Lucy May Gryzt Reyes in real, who passed on recently at 94. Sanchez is still around but most of the time, stays at home reportedly nursing some Alzheimer’s. Her daughter Cathy Sanchez-Babao, a journalist, on her own and on mom’s behalf paid her …
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Even after veteran actress Delia Razon’s cremains were being alternately passed on to her respective children’s safekeeping until they are deposited in a columbarium, Carla Abellana still mourns her passing. As one of the granddaughters of Delia, Carla said in an interview that she won’t forget the kindness and generosity of her grandma. “I will miss her. Her laughter was …
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The romance between Queen of All Media Kris Aquino and her doctor she only named Dr. M is over. Kris finally spilled the beans about the cause of their breakup. “During this time of uncertainty, i am ready to share MY PAINFUL TRUTH.Time has passed: DR. M did not love me. He chose to leave when my autoimmune conditions …
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The perfect soundtrack for the season is here as BGYO’s self-titled EP is now out on music streaming platforms. Tackling themes of love and heartbreak, the latest EP of the group composed of Gelo, Akira, JL, Mikki, and Nate has four English tracks, ”Divine,” “Trash,” “Light My Fire,” and “Heartstrings,” and one Filipino song, “Andito Lang,” collectively showcasing their unique …
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GMA Kapuso Foundation (GMAKF), the socio-civic arm of GMA Network, recently received a check donation from Cut Unlimited, Inc. The donation is part of the proceeds from last year’s Noel Bazaar–one of the country’s biggest shopping events and known for the highly-anticipated Celebrity Ukay-Ukay, where shoppers can purchase pre-loved items from popular and beloved Kapuso stars. Above photo shows (L …
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Yes, you’ve read it right! “No Ragrets” is the newest single of OPM band SALA – a song that not only carries a unique and candid backstory but is also full of emotions and deeper meanings. Produced by AltG Records, “No Ragrets” is available on all digital streaming platforms starting March 21. The song is about the painful truth that …
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