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By Lance Joseph Martinez P-pop sensation SB19 has achieved another milestone by becoming the first Filipino act to perform on THE F1RST TAKE.  The popular Japanese YouTube channel, a trademark of Sony Music Entertainment Japan, is known for featuring artists who deliver their performances in a “single take.” The official announcement was made on the channel’s X account, with the performance set to premiere at 9 p.m. on their YouTube channel. THE F1RST TAKE has previously featured renowned Japanese artists as well as international stars like Harry Styles and V of BTS. Fans of SB19, A’TIN, have been expressing their…

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By: Rie Realingo It’s official: The GRAND BINIVerse is happening! After three nights of concert success at the New Frontier Theater, the nation’s girl group, BINI, surprised their fans with the announcement of their upcoming concert at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. During the end part of their last show, the members revealed that they would be holding the Grand BINIverse on October 4, but this time in a larger venue that can accommodate more Blooms. “Sabi sa inyo may pasabog kami today eh.” leader of the group, BINI Jhoanna Robles, said after the big surprise. “IT’S OFFICIAL! Cubao becomes the…

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By Lance Joseph Martinez Internet personality Charisse Galang, also known as Papi Galang, delivered her third child through a water birth at Toni Fowler’s home, with the entire ToRo family present.  In the vlog titled “Motherhood” on Toni’s YouTube channel, it was revealed that Papi could not wait to reach the hospital. By the time the doctor arrived, the baby was already crowning and she was fully dilated. Fortunately, her OB-GYN and doula were nearby. The ToRo Family, including vloggers Anthony Leodones and Jamie Bautista who were coincidentally present, prepared the pool and cleaned the floor for the water birth.…

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By: Lance Joseph Martinez YouTube “power couple” Kryz Uy and Slater Young welcomed their third child, as announced in an Instagram post on Sunday. “First night home as a family of 5!!! Welcome home Little Cute! ❤️ Ang gulo na neto 😅,” wrote Slater Young, the former Pinoy Big Brother Big Winner, expressing excitement over their first night as a family of five. Kryz Uy commented, “Thank you, Lord, for our growing family 🥹 but last na gyud ni hahaha,” indicating this will be her last pregnancy. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Slater Young 🇵🇭 (@thatguyslater)…

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By: Lance Joseph Martinez Kris Aquino’s son, Bimby, confirmed that his mom and former Batangas Vice Governor Mark Leviste broke up on Kris Aquino’s birthday. In an exclusive interview from Orange County, California, Ogie Diaz, self-proclaimed “Patron ng Hiwalayan,” asked Bimby about Kris Aquino’s love life. Bimby revealed that his mom and Mark Leviste ended their relationship last February due to long-distance issues. The “Queen of All Media” herself stated, “Definitely, wala nang balikan dahil may mga nalaman ako na hindi ko gusto,” referring to her and Leviste’s relationship. Bimby also shared that his mom is currently dating a non-showbiz…

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By: Rie Realingo Are Kyline Alcantara and Kobe Paras finally confirming their romance? After being linked with one another for a while,the two further fueled their relationship speculations after being seen in public together, holding hands. In a recently posted Facebook video by a netizen, Kyline and Kobe were clearly seen walking side-by-side holding each other’s hands, walking away from the scene, going towards the parking area. “Totoo ang chismis, but it’s none of your business,” the video uploader implied as they used Chismis by Ex Battalion as the reel’s soundbite. “[T]anggi p[a] mor[e],” one netizen said. “Deserve mo ‘yan…

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With the right mindset and dedication, everything is possible! This belief rings true for Gen Z couple Maria Necilyn Maguino and John Theodore Taleon, whose entrepreneurial journey began during the lockdowns of 2021 and led to the creation of a nipple tape brand that aims to empower and bring comfort to Filipinos. Manguino, a freshman psychology student at the time, realized she was not destined for a traditional career path. “I was still discovering what I really wanted for myself. I was a psychology freshman at that time but I have this feeling that I am not [meant] for that…

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By Jurelyn Trocio “What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim?” star Park Min Young charmed her Filipino fans with her wit and talent as she held her first-ever fanmeeting at the SM Skydome in Quezon City on May 12, 2024. To make the most out of her time in Manila, she prepared a two-day event to spend quality time with her Filipino MY Beans. Ahead of her “My Brand New Day” fanmeet, Min Young entertained questions from the media and her fans at a press conference at a mall in Taguig City on May 11, 2024. Aside from her top-notch acting skills,…

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If you’re considering starting a new business with your bestie, the story of this duo from Batangas might be the sign you need to take that leap of faith! Licensed electrical engineers, Eleanor Roma, 35, and Arriane Recella, 36, started their business in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic. But before venturing to business, they had been very close since their college days and supported each other in every aspect of their lives for almost two decades. “Wala ako maisip na secret eh. Siguro nandoon lang talaga ‘yung nagja-jive kayo. Pareho kayo ng wavelength,” Arriane said. “Napapag-uusapan lang namin noon,…

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Enchanted Kingdom, the first and only world class theme park in the Philippines, won the highly-coveted International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) Brass Ring Excellence Award for the Best Retail Visual Merchandise Display category during the IAAPA Honors 2024 held last March 3 at The Venetian Resort in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. The IAAPA Honors 2024 recognized “innovative contributions that have propelled the global amusement and attractions industry forward.” The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) is the premier global trade association of the amusement and attractions industry. Based in Orlando, Florida, USA, IAAPA has been…

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