May, 2023

• 1 May

  Shall we entertain another Summer Metro Manila Film Festival next year?

  

  It is safe to say that the 2023 Summer Metro Manila Film Festival, the first ever edition of the MMFF shown nationwide last month was a disappointment at the box-office.  The MMFF organizing committee led by Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA) Chairman Romando Artes has not issued yet any statements about the box-office results among the eight official entries, namely …

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• 1 May

  Maricel Soriano and Vilma Santos face-off at FDCP Parangal ng Sining

  

   It was a pleasant surprise for both actresses of high caliber to cross paths in a local film event.  For two big stars of different generations, the encounter between Maricel Soriano and Vilma Santos was news.  It was a rare occasion of star power sharing. Diamond Star Maricel and Star for All Seasons Vilma were an intriguing pair when Soriano …

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• 1 May

  Luis Manzano and Jessy Mendiola welcome Isabella Rose to the Christian world

  

  It took Isabella Rose Tawile Manzano or Peanut for short, to gather the folks of her dad Luis Manzano and mom Jessy Mendiola in one frame.  Grandparents Vilma Santos-Recto and Edu Manzano were excited to have been part of their granddaughter’s baptism recently and they proudly posed with her.  Not to be outdone was the presence of Congressman Ralph Recto, …

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• 1 May

  Liza Soberano to act in her first Hollywood film

  

  Naysayers against Liza Soberano must be put to shame when the camera rolls for her in a Hollywood film.  Many were not seeing a bright future for the Filipino actress who rose to fame in ABS-CBN in Hollywood.  As early as we write, Soberano is proving them wrong. Even if it is a small project which involves Fil-Ams, still it …

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• 1 May

  Cristine Reyes and Marco Gumabao in a relationship

  

   Even if Cristine Reyes has commented that Marco Gumabao is younger than she is and that she’s no cougar to be in love with him, the most convincing pieces of evidence to prove otherwise are the photos of their sweet moments together.  Cristine and Marco were photographed tightly hugging each other at a beach. Gumabao was kissing Reyes very passionately …

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• 1 May

  Hayco to push for grassroots sports development program

  

  By Robert Andaya The least privileged athletes are from public schools. So we should focus on public schools through a grassroots sports development program.”  With these words, the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) through Commissioner Edward Hayco, hopes to discover more young and talented athletes who can someday represent the country in the Olympics and other major international competitions.  Hayco, who …

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• 1 May

  Cu tops NCR Palaro chessfest

  

  National master Ivan Travis Cu of San Juan added another feather to his cap by topping the National Capital Region Palarong Panrehiyon 2023 secondary boys chess tournament held at the Pinaglabanan Elementary School in San Juan last April 24-27.  Cu, who is best remembered for winning the individual bronze medal in the Asian Youth chess championship held last Oct.13-22 in …

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• 1 May

  FIBA World Cup finals moved to MOA

  

  The final stage of the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 will now be played at the Mall of Asia Arena. This was announced by FIBA, moving the games of the final phase that were earlier scheduled for the Philippine Arena. “The priority that led to this decision is the experience of our fans. This is in service of the Filipino …

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• 1 May

  Torre, Young to play simul matches at ERJHS

  

  ASIA’S first GM Eugene Torre  makes another rare appearance when holds simultaneous exhibition chess matches with select students of E. Rodriguez Jr. High School in Mayon Ave., Quezon City on May 22. Torre will join ERJHS Alumni Sports Hall of Fame awardee IM Angelo Young in the special simultaneous exhibition matches organized by the ERJHS Alumni Sports Club in cooperation …

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April, 2023

• 28 April

  Enchanted Kingdom Presents “The Four Kings and Queen” Concert Featuring OPM Icons and Pops Fernandez!

  

  Enchanted Kingdom is proud to present a concert that will bring back the golden era of Original Pilipino Music (OPM) “The Four Kings and Queen” on May 7, 2023, at the Enchanting Events Place at 7pm. Under the musical direction of Gerry Matias, the Four Kings and a Queen concert is all set to wow the audience with a repertoire …

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