FACES OF CEBU: Jay-R Panuncialman, 23, Sinulog Idol 2024 champion
CEBU CITY, Philippines — Conquering our fears requires an immense amount of courage. But once you conquer your fears, it opens up windows of opportunities. Proof of this is John Ryan “Jay-R” Panuncialman. Panuncialman was hailed champion of the Sinulog singing competition, Sinulog Idol, last Jan. 18 held at the Fuente Osmeña Circle in Cebu.....»»
Daily Gospel, February 4
This is the Daily Gospel for today, February 4, 2024, Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Holy Gospel of Jesus Christ according to Saint Mark 1,29-39. On leaving the synagogue Jesus entered the house of Simon and Andrew with James and John. Simon’s mother-in-law lay sick with a fever. They immediately told him about her. He.....»»
Make a Difference
Are You Connected? “Yes, I am the vine; you are the branches. Those who remain in me, and I in them, will produce much fruit. For apart from me you can do nothing.” – John 15:5 (NLT) Jesus had spent three years with His disciples, and their time together was closing. He told them about […].....»»
UC Webmasters bag 3 gold medals in Cebu City Olympics chess tourney
CEBU CITY, Philippines— The University of Cebu (UC) Webmasters secured three gold medals in the recently concluded Cebu City Olympics chess tournament held at SM Seaside City Cebu this week. After seven rounds of competition, John Dave Lavandero, Edelyn Vosotros, and Adina Vera Kwan dominated their respective categories. Importantly, they will represent Cebu City in.....»»
Produ ng ‘Mallari’ balak gawan ng movie si Liza; Mentorque hataw ngayong 2024
“THANK you again Liza (Soberano) for Love and Support! Hopefully we can work together soon!” Ito ang caption ng “Mallari” producer na si John Bryan Diamante sa larawan ng aktres na si Liza Soberano na ipinost niya sa kanyang Facebook account. Pero nauna na rito ang paglabas ng larawang magkakasama sina Bryan, Liza, Ron Angeles.....»»
Hong Kong leader starts push for new security laws, says city ‘can’t afford to wait’
Chief Executive John Lee says the Hong Kong government will attempt to pass the laws 'as soon as possible' but did not give a precise timetable for them to be approved by the city's legislature.....»»
Rizal church named minor basilica
Pope Francis has elevated the St. John the Baptist Parish in Taytay, Rizal to the status of minor basilica......»»
John Prats, Isabel Oli mala K-Drama ang 11th anniversary: We always choose love!
NAGPAKILIG ang mag-asawang Isabel Oli at John Prats sa pagdiriwang ng kanilang 11th anniversary bilang mag-partners. Sa Instagram posts ng couple, mala K-Drama ang peg ng kanilang short video kung saan ibinandera nila ang kanilang sweet moments habang nagbabakasyon sa Japan. Si John, sweet but short message ang ibinandera sa caption na nagpapasalamat sa pagmamahal.....»»
Police: No truth to bomb threat at PI’s prayer rally
The Davao City Police Office (DCPO) has debunked a text message claiming a bomb threat at the People's Initiative (PI) “Unity for One Nation, One Prayer” rally in San Pedro Square. The message warned of possible explosions at Rizal Park, one of the rally venues. Despite the lack of credible threats, the police urged vigilance and cooperation from the public for safety. Approximately 300 police personnel were deployed to secure various rally points, with additional support from volunteers and security clusters. Task Force Davao also activated a high alert status as part of the city's security measures. Captain John Louie Dema-ala confirmed that the circulating threat was unfounded and aimed at intimidating rallyists. Despite this, nearly 17,000 Dabawenyos joined the rally to oppose the proposed Charter change (Cha-cha) movement. The police and security forces remain vigilant and are conducting ongoing investigations into the social media threat......»»
One More Chance The Musical cast announced
Philippine Educational Theater Association (PETA) announced that Sam Concepcion and CJ Navato will play as John Lloyd Cruz's Popoy, while Anna Luna and Nicole Omillo will play as Bea Alonzo's Basha, in the upcoming "One More Chance The Musical.".....»»
Alex Gonzaga sinubukang ‘mabuntis’
MATABILni John Fontanilla ALIW ang publiko sa pagpo-post ni Alex Gonzaga kanyang Instagram account @alexgonzaga ng kanyang larawan na buntis. Filtered sa IG ang picture at pagkatapos ay ang behind naman niya ang pinalaki gamit ang IG filter. Tsika ng ilang netizens na nakakita sa nasabing larawan, gustong-gusto na talaga ni Alex na mabuntis at magkaanak katulad ng ate niyang si Toni ….....»»
Socmed Superstar Bernie Batin nominado sa 15th Star Awards for Music
MATABILni John Fontanilla NOMINADO sa kategoryang Novelty Song at Artist of the Year sa PMPC’s 15th Star Awards for Music ang komedyante at tinaguriang pinaka-masungit na tindera sa social media na si Bernie Batinpara sa kanyang awiting Pabile, Wanpipte mula sa Ivory Records and Videos. Sobrang happy ni Bernie sa nominasyong nakuha dahil first song at first nomination na niya ito ….....»»
Fifth Solomon umiyak kay Toni, depresyon ibinahagi
MATABILni John Fontanilla VERY inspiring ang interview ni Fifth Solomon sa Toni’s Talk ni Toni Gonzaga kamakailan. Ibinahagi nito ang kanyang buhay simula bata hangang sa kasalukuyan at kung bakit siya na-depress at kung paano nasolusyonan ang kanyang depresyon. Ayon nga kay Fifth, “Depression is not a sadness nor a choice. “Depression is not like a light bulb that you can switch ….....»»
Pinay International singer Jos Garcia nagluluksa sa pagyao ng kapatid
MATABILni John Fontanilla NABAHIRAN ng kalungkutan ang kasiyahang nadarama ng Pinay International singer na si Jos Garcia ng maging nominado sa 15th PMPC’s Star Awards for Music sa kategoryang Female Pop Artist of the Year para sa awiting Nami-miss Kita na komposisyon ni Amandito Araneta Jr., dahil sa pagpanaw ng kanyang nakatatandang kapatid na babae. Post nito sa kanyang Facebook, “Kapatid kong super makulit pero ….....»»
How Coldplay inspired John Prats to direct concerts
In the past year, John Prats stepped back from on-cam projects and focused on being behind the scenes, directing 25 shows, from milestone concerts of OPM artists to fan meets of South Korean stars. Interestingly, it was the British rock band Coldplay that inspired him to become a concert director......»»
Luis ‘nasarapan’ sa halikan nila John Lloyd sa ‘In My Life’, Bea naloka
LAUGH nang laugh si Bea Alonzo sa mga paandar ni Luis Manzano nang makachikahan niya ito para sa kanyang YouTube channel. Sumabak ang TV host-comedian sa lie detector test na inihanda ni Bea para sa latest vlog niya na in-upload last Sunday, January 21. Isa sa mga napag-usapan ng magkaibigan ay ang pagiging dramatic actor.....»»
Binatilyo sa Navotas gustong magpatuli kay Doc. Analyn.. este Jillian Ward
MATABILni John Fontanilla NAGULAT at napangiti ang lead actress ng Abot Kamay Na Pangarap na si Jillian Ward nang makita nito ang isang binatilyong may hawak ng karatulang may nakasulat na, “Doc Analyn tuliin mo uli ako.” Kaya naman ‘di naiwasang manlaki ang mga mata ng aktres at natawa nang makita ang nasabing karatula. Ito’y nangyari habang nagmo-motorcade ang ….....»»
Shira Tweg proud na makasama si Maricel
MATABILni John Fontanilla BONGGA ang showbiz career ng newbie actress & singer na si Shira Tweg pagpasok ng 2024 dahil kasama ito sa isang sitcom. Makakasama niya sa sitcom ang isa sa pinakamahusay na aktres sa bansa at tinaguriang Diamond Star, si Ms. Maricel Soriano at ang Quizon brothers na sina Direk Eric, Epy, Vandolph with Boy2 Quizon. Si Carmel, na ….....»»
Alex kinatuwaan ng netizens sa IG posts
MATABILni John Fontanilla KINAGILIWAN ng netizens at ng kanyang kapwa artista ang post sa Instagram ni Alex Gonzaga, isang araw pagkatapos ng kanyang Ika-36 na kaarawan. Nag-post ito ng larawan sa kanyang IG @AlexGonzaga na may caption na, “ONE FLAT DOWN, ONE MORE TO GO.” Na sinundan pa ng, “Older and bolder.” Ilan sa naging komento ng netizens at mga ….....»»
Joyce Cubales malakas ang laban sa Miss Universe Philippines
MATABILni John Fontanilla MARAMI ang humanga sa muling pagsabak sa pageant ng 69-year-old na si Joyce Cubales sa gaganaping Miss Universe na siya ang representative ng Miss Universe Philippines-Quezon City. Kasama si Jocelyn sa 14 iba pang kandidata na magko-compete sa Feb. 5. Isang malaking inspirasyon si Jocelyn or Joyce kung tawagin ng kanyang mga kaibigan sa mga katulad niya na ….....»»