MANILA, Philippines — Actress Matet de Leon shared her struggles as a person with bipolar disorder, especially when she is out in public and her condition is not immediately known. In her Instagram account, Matet said that she recently queued in a person with disability (PWD) lane in a grocery …
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Crisha Uy still single after controversial breakup with Joem Bascon
MANILA, Philippines — Content creator Crisha Uy revealed that she tried dating but stopped when she felt that she did not see herself spending a long time with the guy. Four years after her controversial breakup with actor Joem Bascon, Crisha told Philstar.com in an exclusive interview at the opening …
Read More »Survival 101: 5 most bizarre food to eat in times of crisis
MANILA, Philippines — When talking about future food or sustainable food that human beings can eat in the future or when our regular food sources are gone and there is a serious food scarcity and crisis, bugs and insects will always be mentioned. The resource persons would go on to …
Read More »The Philippines, Sweden strengthen circular fashion commitment at ‘Fashion Forever’ exhibit
MANILA, Philippines — Swedish designers, entrepreneurs, and academics shape a circular fashion industry. The “Fashion Forever” exhibit, held from September 8 to 14 in SM Aura, presents leading pioneers in sustainable textiles and fashion. Known for its massive use of water, energy, and chemicals – the fashion industry is overdue …
Read More »G Music Fest 2023 to attempt to become 1st eco-friendly concert with all-Filipino lineup
MANILA, Philippines — Globe will celebrate the G Music Fest as part of this year's 917 G Day celebrations with a lineup entirely composed of local acts from around the country. The 2023 G Music Fest will take place at the Ayala Circuit Makati Event Grounds on September 16, Saturday, …
Read More »‘A Haunting in Venice’ review: Kenneth Branagh takes Agatha Christie to the supernatural
MANILA, Philippines — Kenneth Branagh is back for double-duty to direct and star as Agatha Christie's famous detective Hercule Poirot, this time adding an element of horror to the mysterious murder. "A Haunting in Venice" is loosely adapted from Christie's 1969 novel "Hallowe'en Party," and it sees Branagh's Poirot trying …
Read More »Mandaue on the rise: 5 top developments to look forward to in Cebu’s industrial hub
MANILA, Philippines — The city of Mandaue lies in a strategic location. From the Mactan-Cebu International Airport, it is the gateway to the cities and municipalities in the province. It is also just minutes away from the major growth points in the Metro Cebu area. The prime positioning of Mandaue …
Read More »The Youth America Grand Prix: Filipina duo stands out in Olympics of ballet
MANILA, Philippines — Tiffany Jocelyn Ong and Chloe ZiQian Chen stood out in this year’s The Youth America Grand Prix (YAGP) held in Tampa, Florida in April, as they landed in Top 12. In addition to this extraordinary feat, Ong emerged among the Top 24 in the Contemporary Dance Category, …
Read More »Nicki Minaj goes from Barbie bride to black beauty at 2023 MTV VMAs
MANILA, Philippines — Nothing fazed rapper Nicki Minaj as she pulled off hosting and performing duties at the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs). This was Nicki's second consecutive time hosting the VMAs, her stint last year highlighted as the recipient of the Video Vanguard Award, and she topped off …
Read More »World of Frozen to open in HK Disneyland on November 20
MANILA, Philippines — Hong Kong Disneyland Resort is getting ready for the opening of World of Frozen, the world’s first and largest “Frozen” themed land, on November 20. Inspired by the Walt Disney Animation Studios’ films, “Frozen” and “Frozen 2,” which are among the biggest animated films of all time, …
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