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GMA Network has announced that it will suspend production of entertainment shows as Metro Manila goes into “community quarantine” starting March 15 to combat the spread of COVID-19. Here’s the network’s full statement: “GMA is staying true to its commitment to deliver Serbisyong Totoo most especially during these trying times through the continued delivery of the latest news and information to the public across all its platforms. “On air, viewers could stay up-to-date by watching newscasts and other breaking news on GMA-7 and GMA News TV. Listeners can be assured that they can still tune in via Super Radyo DZBB…

ABS-CBN will air reruns of classic teleseryes as the network adopts a special primetime programming in time for the Metro Manila community quarantine beginning March 15. Following its announcement that it has stopped tapings of all teleseryes in compliance with the guidelines set by the government concerning the COVID-19 outbreak, ABS-CBN detailed the old shows it will re-air. Here is ABS-CBN’s full statement: Starting 16 March 2020, we are bringing back our classic teleseryes and airing iWant original series in lieu of our current primetime shows. “Pamilya Ko will be replaced by the heartwarming series 100 Days to Heaven starring…

ABS-CBN has announced that it will temporarily stop the staging of live entertainment programs and filming of teleseryes as Metro Manila enters into a month-long “community quarantine” to cope with the (COVID-19) crisis. In a statement sent to the press Friday night, the Kapamilya network said, “ABS-CBN is temporarily suspending the staging of its live entertainment shows and production of its teleseryes starting March 15 in compliance with the government’s declaration of a community quarantine and ban on mass gatherings to contain the spread of the COVID-19.” The company has taken the initiative for the “safety and health of our…

After joining TikTok, the Department of Health (DOH) Philippines has started a Viber group to address the public’s coronavirus (COVID-19) questions and concerns. “Inaanyayahan kayo ng Kagawaran ng Kalusugan na sumali sa DOH PH COVID-19 community upang makatanggap ng mga bagong update ukol sa COVID-19. Ligtas ang may alam!” DOH said on its Facebook page, inviting people to reach them through the messaging app. The official Viber group name is DOH PH COVID-19. The country’s health agency earlier joined the popular short-form video app TikTok to spread awareness on how to protect oneself and others from the coronavirus threat. To…

The zombies are back and the battle for survival continues as Season 2 of the hit South Korean series Kingdom starts streaming today (March 13) on Netflix. New titles are already available on the streaming service by 4 p.m. The second season picks up where the first-season finale left off. After the outbreak of a mysterious plague turns Joseon into chaos, the Cho family’s evil plot to take over the kingdom grows even stronger. In a desperate attempt to save the people from the attacks, the crown prince engages in a blood battle to fight the living and stop the dead. Kingdom…

Richard Gutierrez and Sarah Lahbati have announced today their decision to postpone their March 14 wedding so as not “to put anyone at risk” amid the coronavirus (COVID-19) situation in the country. Here’s their full statement: “As much as we want to celebrate our love with our family and friends, in light of the recent situation we have decided to postpone our wedding as we do not want to put anyone at risk. “Thank you so much to those who flew in and to everyone who worked so hard for our special day. We only wish good health for everyone…

Nothing can stop this celebrity couple from becoming husband and wife, not even the threat of the coronavirus, which has led to cancellation or postponement of public events and gatherings. The grand nuptials of Richard Gutierrez and Sarah Lahbati will push through as scheduled on March 14 at a five-star hotel. “Tuloy na tuloy,” Richard’s mom Annabelle Rama told The STAR’s Ricky Lo. “Lahat ng mga detalye sa programa ay itutuloy.” Super tight security and screening will be implemented at the venue because of the VVIP (very, very important persons) among the wedding guests. These include three Philippine presidents —…

“I did test and it’s all negative.” Celebrity doctor Vicki Belo assured her followers that she tested negative for the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) after attending the Milan Fashion Week in Italy, considered as the epicenter of Europe’s coronavirus outbreak. Belo made the revelation to address “messages of concern” she has had received since returning from the global fashion capital, one of the areas now reportedly under lockdown by the Italian government to contain the spread of COVID-19. “Hi everybody! I would like to thank all of you for your concern. I know you’ve been texting and sending me messages if I’m…

Here’s an unfamiliar sight: ABS-CBN noontime variety show It’s Showtime airing minus its live studio audience. The “madlang people” might have to get used to this sight though as ABS-CBN announced that admission of live studio audience for its various programs will be temporarily suspended as a safety precaution amid the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. (READ: ABS-CBN temporarily bans live studio audience as COVID-19 cases in Phl rise.) “ABS-CBN has decided to temporarily stop admitting studio audience to its shows starting today (10 March 2020), following the government’s declaration of a state of public health emergency. The affected TV programs include…

Health officials have been reminding the public that handwashing is one of the best and basic ways they can protect themselves against the spread of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). People are recommended to scrub hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, which is about as long as singing Happy Birthday twice, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). For the Broadway icon and The Voice Philippines coach, there’s a “more fun song” for the times than Happy Birthday. Lea’s go-to song for the 20-second handwashing routine to avoid the coronavirus is the ’80s pop hit Never…