MANILA, Philippines — Comedian Jayson Gainza is one proud father to his daughter Ruby after she graduated cum laude from University of Santo Tomas. In his Instagram account, Jayson posted photos of the ceremony. "Congrats anak @ruru_sthetic64 luv u salamat sa regalo mo sa amin ni mama mo," he captioned …
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Google’s earthquake alert effectively warned Filipinos moments before quake
MANILA, Philippines — Filipinos were able to anticipate an earthquake largely because of Google's Android Earthquake Alerts System that has been around for two years now. A magnitude-6.3 tremor hit Calatagan,Batangas on June 15, jolting parts of Luzon including Metro Manila. Many Filipinos immediately referred to social media to inform …
Read More »‘I had challenges’: Iza Calzado opens up about postpartum struggles
MANILA, Philippines — Kapamilya actress Iza Calzado opened up on her postpartum struggles after welcoming her daughter Amihan with husband Ben Wintle. In a recent interview with Philstar.com during her launch as new Edamama ambassador, Iza said she felt incompetent. “I had moments. I had challenges. They were moments that …
Read More »Whether for delivery or ‘pabili,’ Maxim’s services are cheap, convenient and fast
MANILA, Philippines — Now becoming a popular delivery service, Maxim offers a wide range of features and provides partner riders with the most favorable and suitable conditions to complete the orders—from delivery of packages and documents, to purchase and delivery of groceries and other essentials. Delivery and Pabili rates In …
Read More »WATCH: Longest Spanish colonial bridge made of 100k adobe blocks still stands in Tayabas
MANILA, Philippines — Just four to five hours away from the capital Manila, Tayabas in Quezon is a destination for those who want to see reminders of the Spanish colonial period, including the longest Spanish colonial bridge in the country that measures 445 feet or 136 meters long. Puente de …
Read More »Congratulations, Noel Gonzales, new FCCP president
The Friends for the Cultural Concerns of the Philippines (FCCP) recently held its induction of officers and turnover ceremonies held at the newly constructed SJW building at Paseo de Magallanes, owned by incoming president Noel Gonzales. After their recent, successful event “Ilustrado” held at the National Museum, FCCP immediate past …
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Garmin, a global leader in innovative GPS technology, announced the launch of the Instinct 2X Solar, the latest addition to its acclaimed Instinct 2 family of rugged, purpose-built smartwatches. With its unrivaled durability and cutting-edge features, the Instinct 2X Solar and Instinct 2X Solar – Tactical Edition are specifically designed …
Read More »‘Move for the Planet’ by turning activity into action
Sports apparel brand Adidas is unveiling “Move For The Planet” — a new global initiative that will harness the collective activity of sporting communities across the world. Adidas is encouraging people to turn activity into action as it pledges to donate €1 to Common Goal for every 10 minutes of …
Read More »Jason Abalos shows sonogram photo of first baby with Vickie Rushton
MANILA, Philippines — Actor Jason Abalos shared a sonogram photo of his baby with wife Vickie Rushton. In his Instagram account, Jason asked his followers who is his baby's look alike. "Daddy o si Mommy? Can't wait to see you my child," he captioned the post. "Ang panganay laging kamukha …
Read More »Johnny Depp donating $1M settlement from Amber Heard to 5 charities
MANILA, Philippines — Actor Johnny Depp will be donating the $1 million (P55.9 million) he received from ex-wife Amber Heard as a settlement for their public defamation case to several charities. In June 2022, a jury heavily leaned in Depp's favor over a defamation trial involving the former couple, deciding …
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