LOS ANGELES, United States — A new Oscar for best casting will be added to the Academy Awards from 2026, organizers announced. It will be the first competitive new golden statuette added to Hollywood's most important award show in more than two decades. "Casting directors play an essential role in …
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Chinese New Year 2024: Year of the Wood Dragon forecasts per animal sign
MANILA, Philippines — Feng shui expert Marites Allen urged people to not only adopt new year’s resolutions for the Chinese Lunar New Year starting on February 10, but to also try to give up old habits and even old things in one’s wardrobe or homes. In a statement sent by …
Read More »U Elements celebrates Chinese New Year with new collections
MANILA, Philippines — Bountiful deals for a prosperous year! Welcome the Lunar New Year with products that help you simplify life. With the year of the dragon promising to bring evolution, improvement and abundance to every household, it only makes sense to invest in amazing deals that enable you to …
Read More »Diamonds for everyone
What does a jeweler have to say about the viral P299 engagement ring? During the sparkling Karat World flagship store launch, I couldn’t help but ask Karat World president Felix Gorriceta III. “I’m a hopeless romantic. For me, it doesn’t matter,” he says. “It can be a soda can tab …
Read More »‘Don’t expect, just enjoy’: Nadine Lustre offers first date tips ahead of Valentine’s Day
MANILA, Philippines — The pressure of going out on a date reaches its boiling point during one particular day, Valentine's Day, which is slowly creeping up. Luckily, actress Nadine Lustre has some tips for individuals going out on their first dates, and it's simply by managing expectations. "Just enjoy it. …
Read More »‘Beauty comes from within’: Bea Alonzo shares beauty tips amid breakup with Dominic Roque
MANILA, Philippines — Actress Bea Alonzo believes in the old adage that the beauty that matters most comes from the inside. At the launch of OPPO Reno11 5G and the OPPO Reno11 Pro 5G last Thursday, Philstar.com asked Bea in an exclusive interview about her beauty secret given her blooming …
Read More »Tom Holland to star in West End’s ‘Romeo and Juliet’
MANILA, Philippines — Spider-Man actor Tom Holland will make his theater comeback after being cast in the West End revival of "Romeo and Juliet." Stage director Jamie Lloyd will be applying his minimalist spin on William Shakespeare's iconic tragedy when it runs in London for 12 weeks beginning May 11. …
Read More »Cheers to life’s delicious moments at Gerry’s
MANILA, Philippines — Celebrate life’s vibrant moments at Gerry’s, your ultimate destination for flavors and festivities. Embrace the energetic vibes of the Wood Dragon at Gerry's this Chinese New Year, where delectable flavors and warm hospitality await. At the same time, ignite romance on Valentine’s Day as Gerry’s sets the …
Read More »Kung hei fat you: Chinese New Year 2024 food for abundance
MANILA, Philippines — 2024 marks the Year of the Wood Dragon, predicted to bring authority, prosperity, and good fortune. With Chinese traditions deeply ingrained in the Filipino way of life, preparations for the first Lunar New Year celebrations are in full swing – nothing short of mesmerizing dragon dances, extravagant …
Read More »Celine Dion earns cheers for first major public appearance since SPS diagnosis
MANILA, Philippines — The 2024 Grammy Awards was a big night for female artists, but nearly none received a bigger applause than Celine Dion. The Canadian singer surprised attendees and viewers by appearing on the Grammys stage, instantly receiving a standing ovation, to present the night's top prize Album of …
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