Despite leading in early surveys for the 2028 presidential elections, Vice President Sara Duterte is still considered beatable, according to a political analyst. In his column for The Philippine Star, Andrew Masigan noted that while Duterte maintains a solid and durable support base, she is not guaranteed victory in the upcoming polls. He pointed to... Continue Reading →
Celebrating its 21st edition, the Virgin Labfest marks a new chapter by pushing boundaries and amplifying bold Filipino voices on stage. The festival remains a key platform for both emerging and established playwrights, directors, actors, and designers to present original works. This year’s theme, Hubo’t Hubad, highlights how individuals open up and reveal different facets... Continue Reading →
The city government of Marikina has shut down an alleged extortion scheme operating within City Hall, following the arrest of two administrative aides on Monday under the leadership of Marjorie Ann “Maan” Teodoro. The suspects, a 38-year-old woman and a 59-year-old man, were apprehended in an entrapment operation conducted in Barangay Fortune. The operation was... Continue Reading →
After Piolo Pascual took on the lead role in Ibarra: The Musical in 2023, a new chapter begins as Kapuso leading man Derrick Monasterio steps into the spotlight in the latest staging, Ibarra… Ngayon. For Derrick Monasterio, the project is more than just another acting opportunity—it marks a meaningful return to his musical roots. “Since... Continue Reading →
VMX is proud to officially introduce its new roster of talents for 2026. These three women represent the new faces of the platform, continuing a sizzling tradition of discovering sexy stars who push the envelope for Pinoy sexy cinema. They are poised to carry the torch first held by the legendary OGs of VMX, including... Continue Reading →
Miss Universe Paraguay 2026 Gretha Matiauda has arrived in the Philippines to undergo training as part of her preparation for the upcoming Miss Universe. “I am here in the Philippines for my preparation,” she said during a press conference organized by her mentor Josh Yugen held on April 25 in San Juan City. The Paraguayan... Continue Reading →
Puregold staged the opening leg of its Hakot Relay 2026 in Iloilo, setting the tone for a wider nationwide run this year. Following the strong reception of its 2025 debut, the initiative returned with a more extensive rollout while continuing to provide meaningful support to Filipino communities. The Iloilo leg unfolded on April 25 at... Continue Reading →
Senator Bam Aquino’s plan to lower the Value-Added Tax (VAT) was brought to mainstream television after it was included in a segment of It's Showtime on Monday. The proposed measure, Senate Bill No. 2047, aims to reduce VAT on goods and services from 12 percent to 10 percent. It became part of a trivia question... Continue Reading →
A proud mother, actress, and Laguna Board Member, Angelica Jones expressed deep pride and happiness as her son, Angelo Alday, officially made his first appearance in a film. What made it an even more meaningful milestone for both mother and son is that they shared the screen together. In an interview on the sidelines of... Continue Reading →
Marian Rivera and Kathryn Bernardo were among the top choices of iMe Philippines’ new talents AJ Colico and Dylan Burton, as they set their sights on expanding into acting and expressed their desire to work with some of the country’s most admired actresses. The two held their first-ever fan meet on April 14, 2026, in... Continue Reading →
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