MANILA, Philippines — Like its Golden Jubilee of 50 delegates, Binibining Pilipinas Charities Inc. (BPCI) will also fill its 60th year celebration with 60 competing delegates. Sixty is a special number for BPCI, as Madame Stella Araneta won the first-ever Miss International crown in 1960 as a candidate representing her …
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A Napa Valley experience in Tagaytay
In a world where dreams come true, there exists a place that stands as a testament to the splendor of nature's beauty and the indulgence of the senses. This place, nestled high above and overlooking the majestic Taal Lake, is the stuff of wishes. Imagine lush vineyards stretching as far …
Read More »Rodeo Glamour and a Wild West extravaganza
Club Bulakeño, under the leadership of president Emmy Gonzalez, celebrated the Yuletide season with a Rodeo-themed extravaganza held at the Forbes Park Pavilion in Makati City. The venue was transformed into the Wild West and was perfectly complemented by the members’ and guests’ stylish cowboy attires. The highlight of the …
Read More »Marikina court recognizes TVJ as originators of ‘Eat Bulaga’ over TAPE
MANILA, Philippines — The Marikina Regional Trial Court has favored the hosting trio of Tito Sotto, Vic Sotto and Joey de Leon — collectively known as TVJ — in the trademark ownership of the "Eat Bulaga" name over Television and Production Exponents Inc. (TAPE). TVJ went live on their official …
Read More »Shia LaBeouf converts to Catholic, wants to become a deacon
MANILA, Philippines — Actor Shia LaBeouf has been confirmed into the Catholic Church and has expressed his intention to become a deacon in the future. Religious media outlet Catholic News Agency confirmed that LaBeouf received the sacrament of confirmation earlier this week from Bishop Robert Barron, sharing a post from …
Read More »No iPad for kids: Marian Rivera says it’s okay to say sorry to kids
MANILA, Philippines — Power couple Dingdong Dantes and Marian Rivera revealed that their two kids had no iPads save for when they need it for school. Dingdong and Marian shared this and their parenting style when they sat down with Ogie Diaz for the latter's YouTube vlog. The conversation started …
Read More »BTS’ Jin gives New Year message, nears end of military service
MANILA, Philippines — BTS member Jin has shared a New Year's message for fans of the K-pop boy band as he nears the end of his mandatory military service. The YouTube channel of BTS uploaded a pre-recorded video of Jin greeting fans, acknowledging that come the new year, he is …
Read More »Fil-Am Nicole Scherzinger to make Broadway debut for ‘Sunset Boulevard’
MANILA, Philippines — Filipino-American singer and former Pussycat Dolls lead vocalist Nicole Scherzinger will be making her Broadway debut as she reprises her role of Norma Desmond from the third West End revival of "Sunset Boulevard." Scherzinger will be joined by her West End castmates Tom Francis, Grace Hodgett-Young, and …
Read More »Filipino Tocino featured in New York Times
MANILA, Philippines — Tocino is not the usual pick for non-Filipinos who try to discover the food from the Pacific island-nation, but it has apparently got the attention of the New York Times that it was featured on its Cooking section. After featuring the more popular Lechon Kawali late last …
Read More »‘Ulyanin?’ 5 myths about dementia busted in health docu-series
for Metro Pacific Health MANILA, Philippines — Dementia affects countless families and their loved ones in the Philippines and worldwide. Despite this, the condition remains misunderstood and underdiagnosed due to various misconceptions that surround it. Last September, Metro Pacific Health marked the World Alzheimer’s Awareness Month with the release of …
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