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by Fiel Gia Ramada BLACKPINK has once again made history at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards, becoming the most awarded K-pop girl group in VMA history. At the recently held awards show that took place on September 7, 2025 in New York City, BLACKPINK won the “Group of the Year” award for the second time which is a first for any female K-pop act to do so. Member Lisa also secured her third “Best K-Pop” win, this time for “Born Again,” her collaboration with Doja Cat and Raye. Rosé also earned her first-ever solo VMA this year, winning “Song…

Quezon City First District Rep. Arjo Atayde has denied benefiting from contractors, after his name was mentioned during the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee hearing on alleged irregularities in flood control projects. Atayde, who was among the lawmakers identified by contractor Pacifico “Curlee” Discaya II, maintained that he never used his position for personal advantage. Discaya earlier testified that certain Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) officials and politicians allegedly solicited kickbacks from his firm. “I categorically deny the allegation that I benefited from any contractor. I have never dealt with them. Hindi po totoo ang mga akusasyon na ito…

Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto on Wednesday called on protesters to remain peaceful following a demonstration at the St. Gerrard Construction Building reportedly owned by the contractor Discayas. He cautioned that such actions could result in injuries. “I understand that we are angry and frustrated, but let’s not resort to violence or acts that could potentially lead to violence or injuries,” Sotto said in a statement. He stressed that when protests turn aggressive, it is often the wrong people who end up hurt. “Hindi naman yung mga corrupt ang masasaktan pag bumigay ang gate, hindi rin sila ang matatamaan ng…

By Fiel Gia Ramada “They really need to invest on a stylist before they invest on these (expletive) fashion stuff.” That’s how Filipino-American influencer Bretman Rock slammed those “nepo babies” in the Philippines who are under public scrutiny because of family ties to people behind allegedly anomalous government infrastructure projects. In a recent Instagram story, what began as a casual Q&A about languages turned into a takedown when Bretman called out the “questionable ugly fashion choices” of those “nepo babies.” “There is bigger fishes to fry, especially in the Philippines right now,” he started. “Like these nepo babies using up…

By John Romme Alba For many people, a sudden health crisis can feel like the end of everything they’ve worked hard for. But for It’s Showtime “Miss Q and A” Season 1 winner Juliana Parizcova Segovia, it became the ultimate test of strength, faith and love for family. In an interview, the comedian, whose real name is Tyrone James Ortega, opened up about how life turned upside down after suffering a stroke. “Yung recovery po, first month, naka-wheelchair ako, and then the next two to three months, nagtutungkod na lang ako. Kasi kahit nung first week pa lang akong na-stroke,…

By John Romme Alba ABS-CBN’s flagship primetime series ‘FPJ’s Batang Quiapo’ is ushering in a new season with the entry of additional characters, promising more twists and heightened drama in its political drama storyline. Fresh from their acclaimed project Incognito, Baron Geisler and Maris Racal are also set to appear in the primetime show. Maris takes on the role of Ponggay, a rookie policewoman who, as she described during a TV Patrol set visit, is “innocent but eager for change.” Director, producer and lead star Coco Martin likewise teased an upcoming highlight: a three-way confrontation between the Montenegro and Guerrero…

By Fiel Gia Ramada Ellen Adarna has finally spoken up on rumors surrounding her marriage with Derek Ramsay. Breakup speculations recently emerged online after she allegedly unfollowed her husband on Instagram. On Friday, September 5, Ellen shared a screen recording through an Instagram story showing that she still follows Derek. She wrote, “Tigilan niyo na kami ha. Dami na fake news ekeklavooo.” She was baffled by the situation and didn’t have any idea how it happened. “So I never unfollowed my husband. Ever. And I don’t know what’s going on here on my IG,” she went on. “When I type…

By Fiel Gia Ramada Actress Angel Aquino opened up about the shock and violation she felt after discovering her face was used in a pornographic video without her consent, calling the experience “nakakabastos” and “para akong nasusuka” during the recent Senate hearing on deepfake pornography. “Days ago, I found out that there was a deepfake video using my face and it was a friend from the industry who reached out to me and told me about it,” Aquino shared during the session held by the Senate Committee on Women, Children, Family Relations and Gender Equality, led by Senator Risa Hontiveros.…

By John Romme Alba A surprise breakup in the second season of Netflix’s hit series “Wednesday” has left Pinoy fans talking. This is because the unfolded not in English but in the Filipino language, paid tribute to the roots of one of its characters, Bruno Yuson. In the sixth episode, Bruno, portrayed by Filipino-American actor Noah B. Taylor, is seen secretly taking a phone call after receiving a message written in Filipino. The call, however, turned out to be more than what he claimed. “Miss na kita. Miss ko na ‘yung pagpasyal natin sa beach. Miss ko na lalo ‘yung…

By John Romme Alba and Fiel Gia Ramada “Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition” Big Winner Mika Salamanca recently launched her first-ever children’s book, “Lipad,” at Citadines Hotel in Quezon City, marking a big moment in her career as an artist. The book tells the story of a young fairy named “Mahika” who struggles with insecurity because of her small wings, believing she is not good enough as a fairy who cannot fly high. Mika revealed that Mahika’s journey is a mirror of her own experiences during her childhood up until her rise to stardom. “Mahika is me. Ako po…