Paolo Contis, Kaye Abad, Patrick Garcia reunion movie trailer released
"Tabing Ilog" fans will get the reference when they check out the freshly dropped trailer for "A Journey," starring Kaye Abad, Patrick Garcia and Paolo Contis. .....»»
Vatican approves inquiry for Pinay teen’s sainthood
A diocesan inquiry into the sainthood cause of Filipino teenager Nina Ruiz-Abad, who died at the age of 13 in 1993, has been permitted by the Vatican......»»
Chito, Kaye nagpa-good vibes sa socmed: Pwede sila sa EXpecially For You
NAGPASABOG ng good vibes ang nakakaaliw na hirit ng Parokya ni Edgar frontman Chito Miranda sa kanyang ex-girlfriend na si Kaye Abad. Pak na pak ang pang-aasar ng singer-songwriter sa kanyang comment sa isang Instagram photo ni Kaye na kuha sa isang restaurant sa Cebu City. Makikita sa litrato ang aktres suot ang kanyang bare-shoulder.....»»
Sarmiento, Quinones kampeon sa Nat’l Table Tennis tilt
PINANGUNAHAN nina National pool member Cate Jazztyne Sarmiento at Kyle Quinones ang mga batang kampeon sa katatapos na 5th FESSAP National Age-Group Table Tennis Championship sa Ayala Malls Cloverleaf Wellness Center. Ginapi ng 18-anyos na si Sarmiento, pambato ng lipa City, ang karibal na si Ashley Allorde ng PCAF para tanghaling reyna sa 19-under women’s ….....»»
Finally, a complete 7-member Monetary Board
Last Friday, Jan. 26, marked a turning point for Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) Governor Eli Remolona, with him finally comfortably hosting this year’s annual reception for the banking community outdoors at the BSP compound’s historic Fort San Antonio Abad on a cool early evening, with a relaxed business casual suit but no tie dress code, and finally with a complete seven-member Monetary Board......»»
Bankers celebrate anew at BSP’s Fort San Antonio Abad
Former Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas governors and officials, Monetary Board members, Finance secretaries, members of the diplomatic community and who’s who in the Philippine banking community trooped to the central bank headquarters in Manila last Friday......»»
The Green Report: The stories of Northern Samar fishers
In this episode, Rappler multimedia reporters Iya Gozum and Michelle Abad talk about the woes and needs of sardine fishers in Northern Samar.....»»
Theater veteran Ricky Abad passes away at 77
Award-winning theater director and a professor emeritus of the Ateneo de Manila University Dr. Ricardo "Ricky" Abad has passed away at the age of 77......»»
Two people injured in crash, Ashley Gorge Rd, Starvation Hill, Waimakariri
Two people have received moderate injuries following a two-vehicle collision on Ashley Gorge Rd, Starvation Hill at about 3.30pm. The road is currently blocked and motorists are advised to avoid the area.ENDSIssued by the Police Media Centre Source: NZ Police.....»»
3rd LD Writethru: Earthquake kills at least 1 in southern Philippines
MANILA, Nov. 17 (Xinhua) -- A 6.8-magnitude earthquake that struck the southern Philippines on Friday afternoon killed at least one, the Philippines' Office of Civil Defense (OCD) said on Friday evening. Ariel Nepomuceno, OCD's administrator, said the office is validating the death reported in Jose Abad Santos, a coastal town in Davao Occidental province. The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismo.....»»
Xinhua world news summary at 1530 GMT, Nov. 17
MANILA -- A 6.8-magnitude earthquake that struck the southern Philippines on Friday afternoon killed at least one, the Philippines' Office of Civil Defense (OCD) said on Friday evening. Ariel Nepomuceno, OCD's administrator, said the office is validating the death reported in Jose Abad Santos, a coastal town in Davao Occidental province. (Philippines-Earthquake-Death) - - - - MADRID -- Pedro Sanche.....»»
M7.2 quake hits Davao Occidental town
A powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 7.2 struck Sarangani in Davao Occidental on November 17, 2023, at 4:14 p.m. The epicenter of the quake was located 76 kilometers southeast of Sarangani Island. According to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs), the earthquake was tectonic in origin and had a depth of 96 kilometers. As of now, there have been no reported intensities, but instrumental intensities of up to VIII were recorded in Glan, Sarangani, and General Santos City, South Cotabato. Intensity V was recorded in Matanao, Davao del Sur, Maasim, Malapatan, Sarangani, Lake Sebu, Tampakan, Polomolok, and Banga, South. Intensity IV was recorded in Kidapawan City, Cotabato, Magsaysay, Davao City, Davao del Sur, Don Marcelino, Jose Abad Santos, Davao Occidental, Kiamba, Maitum, Sarangani, Norala, Tantangan, South Cotabato, President Quirino, Lebak, Is.....»»
Junior Altas capture PISSA crown
University of Perpetual Help Dalta System trounced Malayan High School, 83-73, to rule the first Philippine Inter-School Sports Association juniors basketball championship at the Lam An Sports Gym in Abad Santos, Manila last Monday......»»
Delightful discovery: Wilbert Rossas a sensitive singer-songwriter
If you need (or want) to balance off JK Labajo’s roaring, moaning, shrieking, cussing singing in his latest blockbuster single “Ere”, go for Wilbert Ross’ EP album Lampara, recently released by Viva Music on major music platforms. An actor just like Labajo, Ross emotes pain, loss and acceptance of one’s dire straits with restrained anger and without cursing. Ross wrote four of the six songs in the album — none of which, by the way, is titled Lampara. The album’s title is really an announcement of Ross’ intention for his music and lyrics to be a guiding light for the multitude, so to speak. The album’s lead song is “Handa Ako,” which he performs serenely with indie singer Mika Salamanca. “Byahe Ng Buhay”, meanwhile, takes listeners on a lyrical journey through life’s ups and downs. “Dramatic Actor” combines melodious vocals with a touch of drama. “Benteng Ukit” could have been rendered in a frenetic, howling style, but, sorry, that’s not Ross’ style of singing. The song is about self-inflicted wounds, and Ross wrote it during a bout with clinical depression at the height of the pandemic. The two other cuts in the album are “Nakangiti” and “Andito Lang Ako.” It was as a contestant at ABS-CBN’s singing contests Tawag ng Tanghalan of It’s Showtime and Pinoy Boyband Superstar that Ross took his first steps into showbiz. He was in his teens, fresh from Davao, and still using the surname “Rosalyn,” which seems to be the surname of his stepfather. Ups and downs At the recent media launch for Lampara, Ross shared that his Chinese biological dad left the family during Ross’ childhood. His mom is Indonesian. His biological dad passed on two years ago, but Ross got to meet him as a grown-up once or twice. The tall, soft-spoken, very articulate (in Tagalog) Wilbert began to use “Ross” as a showbiz surname when he was recruited to join the second batch of the singing and dancing boy group Hashtags for It’s Showtime. Ross said he has been writing songs for years now and recording them as a soundtrack for some of his acting assignments, such as the Puregold supermarket chain’s web series Ang Lalake sa Likod ng Profile which ended last July. He has no love life at this point, he said, which seems to be a requirement in Pinoy showbiz to sustain interest in an actor’s career. And the stars have to write about the ups and downs of their romances on their social media accounts. Labajo’s shrieking songs of pain would have sounded senseless if he and ex-girlfriend beauty queen Maureen Wroblewitz did not publicly hint about the agonies wrought by their soured relationship on their social media accounts. Ross the actor also wants to be known as a singer-songwriter. He has a marked supporting role in Viva Films’ Nokturno, topbilled by Nadine Lustre. Viva submitted the movie for this year’s Metro Manila Film Festival but it failed to make the cut. There’s another singer-songwriter who roars and howls about her angst: Cool Cat Ash, whose real name is Ashley Aunor. She’s the daughter of Lala Aunor, a member of the “Apat na Sikat” group of teen idols in the ‘70s. Perfect timing It’s perfect timing that the QCinema International Film Festival is being held in November. The festival screens a good number of foreign films that were released to critical acclaim sometime this year or last year. The next big showbiz event that comes after it is the Metro Manila Film Festival, during which only Filipino movies are shown all over the country. The MMFF usually presents only eight films, but this year there are 10 official entries. Those who love foreign films can have their fill of world cinema (60 films this year!) before the MMFF fills the theaters with all-Filipino fare for 10 days during the holiday season. The QCinema International Film Festival, now on its 11th year, runs 17-29 November. The opening film is the Golden Lion winner in this year’s Venice Film Festival, Poor Things. The post Delightful discovery: Wilbert Rossas a sensitive singer-songwriter appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Masarap silang kasama : Jodi Sta. Maria on Kapuso stars as ABS-CBN, GMA collaboration series ends
For homegrown ABS-CBN talents Jodi Sta. Maria and Joshua Garcia, working with GMA-7 talents, Gabbi Garcia, Maey Bautista and Will Ashley, was a good experience. .....»»
TikTok star postpartum fitness expert shares important tips on bouncing back
Ashley Nowe, a certified fitness expert and nutrition coach specializing in rebuilding and maintaining strength though pregnancy, postpartum, and menopause, is sharing practical tips on how to bounce back and become strong again......»»
Israel-Hamas conflict won’t affect Philippine oil prices — DOE
Israel and Palestine are not major oil suppliers of the Philippines, Oil Management Bureau Director Rino Abad (DOE) said......»»
LPG Expo to tackle industry trends
As industries and nations across the globe find ways to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, liquified petroleum gas is likely to gain attention as a cleaner alternative to fossil fuels. All data show LPG emits lower amounts of carbon dioxide than diesel and coal, making it a better option for transportation, cooking, and power generation. To explore the ever-evolving world of LPG, the Liquified Petroleum Gas Industry Association, the Liquified Petroleum Gas Marketers Association, the World LPG Association, and several regional associations will host the 4th Asia Pacific LPG Expo is set to make waves in the Liquefied Petroleum Gas from 10-11 October 2023 at the Marriott Hotel. With a diverse lineup of over 30 international and local companies exhibiting, the Asia Pacific LPG Expo continues to be the cornerstone for LPG professionals and industry enthusiasts, offering an invaluable platform to connect, learn, and explore the ever-evolving world of LPG. It is the gateway for esteemed international and local LPG companies to showcase their industry-leading practices and cutting-edge products and services. Beyond the expansive exhibition, the Expo hosts a dynamic conference featuring influential figures in the LPG industry and government representatives who will deliver insightful presentations on policy frameworks, safety standards, cutting-edge technologies, market trends, and investment prospects. These discussions will be led by renowned industry experts and innovators, providing attendees a competitive edge in navigating the dynamic LPG landscape. Local stakeholders and regulators such as former Congressman Arnel Ty from the LPGMA, Mercedita Pastrana from the LPGIA, director Rino E. Abad from the Department of Energy, and director Neil P.Catajay from the Department of Trade and Industry will be on site to share and discuss in details the on the latest regulations. Representatives from the various leading LPG Companies in the Philippines will also present to share more about the landscape of the local LPG industry. Be part of this momentous occasion at the esteemed Marriott Grand Ballroom Convention Center and attend with the participation of thousands of local and international delegates, along with government representatives and distinguished LPG professionals. Experience an event that will redefine the trajectory of the LPG industry in Asia Pacific. Secure your spot today and embark on a journey of limitless possibilities. The post LPG Expo to tackle industry trends appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
‘Senior High’ and ‘Fractured’: Youth is not wasted on these young stars
The shows Euphoria, Elite and 13 Reasons Why offer depictions of the so-called Generation Z that baffle, shock and titillate their audiences. The young people in these shows succumb to the call of their sexual urges, wantonly take prohibited drugs and drink themselves to catatonia. Raging hormones fuel their pursuit of YOLO (you only live once) moments and defiance of authority figures. That same sense of edgy, confused, tension-filled environment of sex and drugs are also in the local shows Senior High and Fractured, which follow the footsteps and narratives of their international counterparts in highlighting the many versions of truths and lies in the lives of their young characters. Central hook In Senior High, the stories of teenagers of different economic backgrounds in a private high school, their struggles with authority figures, and a big tragedy-mystery that needs to be resolved are the central anchor and hook. The made-for-TV campus that is Northford High looks and screams “mahal ang tuition.” Students are all in crispy Ivy League-inspired uniforms, and the typical school cliques are well- represented. What has been presented so far in the show’s 25 episodes are a tragic death, bullying, mental health, video scandals and online gossip accepted as gospel truth, homoeroticism, drugs, sexual predation and anger issues with parental and other authority figures. In the acting department, top-tier performances come from Andrea Brillantes, who plays the roles of twin sisters; JK Labajo, who brings a true rich-boy sophistication to his role; Elijah Canlas and Miggy Jimenez, both lending juicy and saucy touches to their juvenile delinquent characters; Kyle Echarri, exuding a becoming softness and knight-to-the rescue vibe; and Daniela Stranner, a delicious alpha mean girl. Among the authority figures, Angel Aquino, Mon Confiado, Anna Abad Santos and Baron Geisler -- in a career-defining performance – are superb. Senior High scratches the surface of teen troubles. As more episodes come, one hopes the problems of today’s youth get a more thorough dissection an a broader, more compassionate perspective. [caption id="attachment_191711" align="aligncenter" width="525"] The cast of ‘Fractured’[/caption] Trapped vloggers In Fractured, a group of popular, influential vloggers are invited to an is island resort to make content about it. The vloggers get their biggest plot twist when they are all marooned in what seems like a deserted part of the island resort. Aside from the elements, they have to contend with scarce food and water, the uncertainty of rescue and other looming dangers. Three episodes on, what makes Fractured an interesting watch is the deft manner by which the personal lives, problems, insecurities and dark sides of the vlogger characters are revealed. Since tensions among them are at an all-time high, catfights between femme vloggers erupt. Two of the macho vloggers assert alpha status, while a different and groovy kind of love blossoms between two male vloggers. Aside from the writing and glossy look of the show, the acting by Seth Fedelin, Francine Diaz, Kaori Oinuma, Daniela Stranner, Raven Rigor and Sean Tristan are also compelling come-ons. For all the chaos and darkness in Senior High and Fractured, we also witness real friendships forged by the young characters, love at its most romantic or bittersweet, and realizations and redemptions even. Youth is not wasted on the younger ones, after all. The post ‘Senior High’ and ‘Fractured’: Youth is not wasted on these young stars appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
GMA-Sparkle Artist Center beefs up BIDA campaign
The Department of the Interior and Local Government recently signed a memorandum of agreement with GMA-7 Sparkle Artist Center to make them ambassadors of the anti-illegal drugs advocacy campaign Buhay Ingatan, Droga’y Ayawan or BIDA program. DILG Secretary Benjamin Abalos Jr. welcomed the new BIDA ambassadors which include Sanya Lopez, Ysabel Ortega, Bianca Umali, Derrick Monasterio, Ashley Ortega, Elle Villanueva, Radson Flores, Rabiya Mateo, Will Ashley, Allen Ansay and Sofia Pablo. For her part, GMA Senior Vice President Annette Gozon-Valdez said that they are honored to be chosen as partners in the DILG’s campaign against illegal drugs. Under the agreement, GMA 7’s Sparkle artists will participate as BIDA Program Ambassadors and lead in disseminating the program’s message to their fans through their social media accounts. The TV network will likewise lead an internal awareness campaign for its employees on BIDA. The post GMA-Sparkle Artist Center beefs up BIDA campaign appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»