At least 73 people died in Iran due to alcohol poisoning after rumors spread throughout the country that consuming such would cure or prevent the spread of the coronavirus diseases (COVID-19), news agency Anadolu Agency reported. According to the Turkey-based international news agency, reported deaths came from the provinces of the Khuzestan, Alborz and Mazandaran. Bloomberg cited a Fars News Agency report that “some turned to ingesting industrial-grade ethanol and methanol in a misguided effort to stave off the coronavirus tearing through the country.” ABC News also reported that amid the alcohol ban in Iran, “some have been poisoned by…
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A video of CNN broadcaster Pinky Webb refusing to shake hands with Albay Representative Joey Salceda has gone viral.
Bianca Manalo has decided to put herself under self-quarantine following her boyfriend Senator Sherwin “Win” Gatchalian’s exposure to a resource person who tested positive for the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). The Kapamilya actress shared a photo of herself wearing a face mask on Instagram along with the announcement that she’s undergoing a self-quarantine until she gets tested for the virus. Bianca added that even if she has to stay away from her loved ones for a while, it’s important to be safe than sorry. “It makes me sad that I won’t be able to see my own family, Probinsyano family…
Kapamilya stars JM De Guzman and Kiko Estrada have started training as reservists of the Philippine Air Force. JM shared photos of him and Kiko undergoing training at the Philippine Airforce Officers Clubhouse inside the Villamor Airbase in Pasay City last Monday. “Me and Kiko Estrada learning courtesy and drills. (F) irst step on our way to air force reserve,” wrote JM in an Instagram post. The two are the newest addition to the roster of celebrities who are part of the country’s military reserve force like Matteo Guidicelli, Dingdong Dantes and Gerald Anderson. They currently star in the afternoon…
Filipino-American comedian Jo Koy revealed why Pinoys are probably the least bothered with the shortage of toilet paper amid the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. People in Manila and other coronavirus-hit countries have reportedly started panic buying alcohol, face masks and toilet paper. The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has urged the public to not hoard food, sanitary supplies and other consumer goods despite the increase in coronavirus cases in the country. But should the time come that Filipinos will face a shortage of toilet paper, Jo Koy believes they will not be worried about such a scenario and may already…
The authorities and news media are addressing a wave of misinformation as fake news has spread like a virus on social media in light of the COVID-19 threat in the country. Rampant disinformation and coronavirus-related false news have been making rounds online, causing confusion, fear or panic among the public. Health Secretary Francisco Duque III previously urged the public to focus on taking personal safety precautions against the virus instead of spreading fake news on social media. Last Monday, March 9, The Philippine STAR released a clarification that “Quezon City only suspended classes in Bagong Lipunan Crame elementary school and high…
“Previously, Mocha moved Mayon Volcano to Naga. Now, she’s moving La Trinidad to Baguio(s) City!” Mocha Uson is once again trending in the Twitter world after committing another geography gaffe. A clip of the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) Deputy Administrator “relocating” La Trinidad in Benguet to Baguio City has been making rounds on the internet on Wednesday. In the video, Mocha can be heard stating where she was at. “Andito po tayo sa La Trinidad Baguio(s). Baguio City,” she introduced her location. She also sought confirmation from the lady next to her if La Trinidad is still part of…
Moira Dela Torre has been selected to sing Reflection, the iconic theme song of Disney’s Mulan. Walt Disney Studios announced in a Facebook post on Wednesday, that the Kapamilya singer-songwriter will give “her unique take on the beloved song Reflection” in time for the local release of the live-action adaptation of the 1998 animated film on March 25. Reflection was originally sung by multi-awarded theater actress Lea Salonga (as the singing voice of Mulan) in 1998. A single version of the song was also released by American singer Christina Aguilera in the same year. Asked about how she felt about…
Squadmates, you ready for this? Andrea Brillantes, Francine Diaz, Kyle Echarri and Seth Fedelin — also known as the Gold Squad — are set to star in a horror film titled All-nighter. The former Kadenang Ginto stars will not only reunite but also hit the silver screen for the first time. Production studio Black Sheep announced on Monday that the movie will be helmed by Gino M. Santos, the director of Sin Island and Ex with Benefits. According to an ABS-CBN report, the movie will be based on the cases of sleep paralysis or “bangungot”. “Very excited po, pero mejo…
ABS-CBN’s talent management arm Star Magic launched on Monday a music video showing its artists and employees coming together to support ABS-CBN’s franchise renewal. Yeng Constantino sang to the revised edition of her 2007 hit single Hawak Kamay, along with other Star Magic artists Sam Milby, Bea Alonzo, Piolo Pascual, AC Bonifacio, Elmo Magalona, Sue Ramirez, Vivoree Esclito, Inigo Pascual, Eric Santos, Nyoy Volante, Klarisse de Guzman, KZ Tandingan and Jona. The video uploaded on YouTube was accompanied with the hashtags #StarMagicStandswithABSCBN, #InTheServiceoftheFilipino and #HawakKamay. “Sama-sama sa iisang hangarin ng pagmamahal at paglilingkod. Hawak Kamay mga Kapamilya!” wrote Star Magic…