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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…

Members of the 53rd Engineering Brigade of the Philippine Army were able to unearth the remaining half of the World War II US Army M5A1 Stuart in Medellin, Cebu Saturday, The Freeman newspaper reported. The M5A1 is described as a light tank deployed for tank-to-tank combat during the WWII. The vintage armoured vehicle was found in Dagusungan River in the municipality located in the northern part of Cebu province. A post on the Medellin town’s official Facebook page read: “A historical moment just transpired today in Medellin when finally the remaining half of the WWII US Army M5A1 Stuart tank…

By Rey Joble Kids 13 years old and below have no idea who James Carlos Yap is — except, of course, when their parents told them about his legendary story. A two-time Most Valuable Player (MVP). A seven-time Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) champion. A four-time Finals MVP. A 16-time PBA All-Star and a sea of adoring fans who watched him deliver big baskets and game-winning moments, Yap has definitely cemented as one of the PBA’s all-time greats. Proof of that was his automatic inclusion as among the league’s 40 Greatest Players. But there must be a reason why Yap has become…

Women still struggle every day to get what they need whether it is for societal or retail concerns. Sa Pilipinas bibihira tayong makakita ng babae sa daan who is either riding a car, motorcycle or bicycle. At ang gawi pa ng karamihan ay i-shame at i-catcall ang mga Pinay na ang gusto lang naman eh magawa ang hobby na gustong-gusto nila without being called out for it. Diyan nabuo ang The Litas. This international group made its way here in the Philippines through Gaki Azurin, ang drummer ng Flying Ipis Band and also a rising motorcycle vlogger through her YouTube…

Actor Matteo Guidicelli has been named Youth Ambassador of the National Youth Commission (NYC). “The NYC officially designates the Filipino actor and Philippine Army reservist, Mr. Matteo Guidicelli, as a Youth Ambassador of the NYC based on the Commission’s Resolution No. 26, series of 2019, that also recognizes his significant contribution to youth development,” NYC announced on its Twitter account on Monday. NYC is the government agency mandated to address issues affecting the country’s young people. In response, the 29-year-old actor, athlete and army reservist with the rank of second lieutenant thanked the NYC for the “honor and privilege” to…

Heart Evangelista just posted a daring photo of herself on Instagram. “Treasure yourself every single day,” the actress captioned her semi-nude photo. The photo is the most daring shot the actress has shared on Instagram (so far!), which mostly showcases her high-fashion OOTD, endorsements and other personal interests. The caption doesn’t say what the risqué pictorial is for, but with her wearing earrings and nothing more, we’re guessing it’s for a luxury jewelry brand she’s endorsing. Heart is reportedly going to hold an exhibit of her artworks at the Metropolitan Museum along Roxas Boulevard this March.

It’s “politics meets showbiz” at the upcoming grand wedding of Kapamilya stars Richard Gutierrez and Sarah Lahbati.  President Duterte leads the high-profile list of principal sponsors that also includes two of the country’s former Presidents, STAR entertainment editor Ricky Lo revealed in his Funfare column today.  “It will be the showbiz event of the year…oops!…of the decade. The wedding of Richard Gutierrez and Sarah Lahbati will surely make history for having not just one but three Philippine presidents among the 25 pairs of Principal Sponsors — incumbent Pres. DU30, and former Presidents Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo and Joseph ‘Erap’ Estrada,” wrote Lo. …