Isabella E. Cuartero The relationship between our past and present has a huge impact as it profoundly shapes our future. No matter how far we go or how quickly we move forward, the past remains a part of us. It serves as a reminder of who we once were, guiding us as we weave the threads of our present endeavors …
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At 17, the best time to live our life at Artlets
By Wilma Villanueva-Palafox Not knowing exactly what course I wanted to take up after high school, my parents decided that the University of Santo Tomas was the ONLY school for me. The thought of going to the state university was definitely remote. My father called it “the hub of Communism.” On the first day of class at the Faculty …
Read More »Beautederm launches Belle Dolls, new beauty and wellness brand
By Isabella E. Cuartero Beauty business magnate Rhea Tan officially introduced her endorsers for Belle Dolls, a new beauty and wellness brand. Tan welcomed Sparkle stars Ysabel Ortega, Miguel Tanfelix, Sofia Pablo, and Shaira Diaz as the brand’s ambassadors on Oct. 16 at Novotel Cubao in Quezon City. “The essence of our brand is the transformative experience that we provide …
Read More »Celebs respond to socio-civic duties in time of disaster
While severe tropical storm Kristine, international name Trami, has left many regions in the country devastated, celebs from all persuasions pour their benevolent hearts out, reaching out to the hapless victims, another typhoon, this time, Leon, visited us and unleashed as well a flurry of gusty winds and rains, milder, though, in velocity and effects than the preceding cyclone. Still …
Read More »Memorabilia lend authenticity to John Arcenas’ mimicry of late OPM icon
By Audie See The Filipino music scene is set for a heartwarming revival with “Idol: The April Boy Regino Story,” a biopic that captures the inspiring journey of one of the country’s most beloved music icons. Produced by Water Plus Productions and directed by the acclaimed Efren Reyes, Jr., this film celebrates the life of April Boy Regino, the man …
Read More »“Idol The April Boy Regino Story”: Docudrama as tearjerker
Most people in the biz in a huddle and press briefs address Water Plus Productions’ “Idol The April Boy Regino Story” biopic or filmbio. It is a docudrama as well. It is eponymously, posthumously a fictional narrative based on real events loosely weaved together unfolds as the life and times of one of Original Pilipino Music (OPM)’s icons of mushy …
Read More »The other Gillian without J
If there is Jillian Ward, there is Gillian Francesca, a Junior High student at the Tondo High School. The only difference is the start of their first names. Although they have different personalities, both Jillian and Gillian are beautiful faces. We must distinguish one from the other. Anyway, I first met Gillian when she guested in our defunct online show, …
Read More »E.R. Ejercito mourns death of wife-actress-politician Maita Sanchez
By Boy Villasanta November 3, 2024 will remain of one of the saddest parts of former Laguna Province governor E.R. Ejercito’s life. It is day that his beloved wife, actress, erstwhile mayor and vice-mayor of Pagsanjan, Laguna Maita Sanchez died of endometrial cancer at the St. Luke’s Medical Center (SLMDC) in Quezon City at 12:01 AM. In his Facebook wall, …
Read More »“Lolong” is back for Season 2 with a powerhouse cast
The Philippines’ biggest primetime action-adventure series of 2022, “Lolong,” bannered by Primetime Action Hero Ruru Madrid, is set to make another big splash on television as it returns to primetime via “Lolong: Bayani ng Bayan.” Ruru, who portrays Lolong in the series, will once again be joined by some of the biggest names in the local entertainment industry for this GMA …
Read More »Insular Foundation provides skills training to Haven for Women residents
The Insular Foundation provided skills training to the residents of Haven for Women to help them acquire practical skills and earn a living. InLife’s corporate social responsibility arm sponsored a Training on Hairdressing and Nail Care Skills for the residents of Department of Social Welfare and Development – National Capital Region Haven for Women Residents in Muntinlupa City. The Insular …
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