Gabbi Garcia is the first Filipina to be named Taiwan Tourism Ambassador. The Kapuso actress made the big reveal via her Instagram account on Friday. “So happy to announce that I’m the First Filipina Taiwan Tourism Ambassador! ♥️✨ Shooting this didn’t feel like work at all!” she said. Along the post were photos of her trip around Taipei, Taiwan. The Kapuso actress was at the SMX Convention earlier to grace the Travel Tour Expo 2020 where she was formally introduced as the 2020 Taiwan Tourism Ambassador. Gabbi feels happy and honored to be chosen as endorser of Taiwan tourism in…
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Jake Cuenca just penned a sweet message to celebrate girlfriend Kylie Versoza’s birthday on Friday. The Kapamilya actor shared the cheesy greeting to his “boo” in an Instagram post. Jake began: “I always remind myself how lucky I am to have you in my life, I’m the lucky one here to have you.” He then assured Kylie that “you have my loyalty”. “I’ll always be here to take care of you no matter what. I’ll always be by your side fighting the good fight with you.” Jake also said he prays that all of Kylie’s dreams will come true because…
Breaking away from tradition, a couple from Olongapo City had a jolly and memorable wedding as they tied the knot at the famous fast-food chain Jollibee. Newlyweds Janine Minas and Marious Pabalinas not only held their reception but also their wedding ceremony in their favorite fast-food restaurant last February 2, 2020. Janine shared the photos of their unique special day on Facebook and her post has since gone viral. The couple said that they opted for a simple celebration and decided not to spend much for the ceremony but they wanted to prioritize the quality of food they would serve…
James Reid and Nadine Lustre remain good friends even after they have gone separate ways, their close friend Sam Concepcion confirmed. During an interview on the show Tonight With Boy Abunda, the singer-actor was asked about the status of the now-defunct JaDine loveteam. “They are (friends), in many ways…deeper than that romantic relationship,” he revealed. Sam related that he is also the type of guy who could be friends with an ex. “Kasi parang sayang din yung may totoo kayong pinagsamahan even outside of the romantic relationship. Ito yung mga taong matagal mong kasama that you’ve built very close bonding…
Yassi and Issa’s father Ronnie Pressman has passed away at the age of 90, an ABS-CBN report said. Issa, Yassi’s younger sister, penned a heartfelt message to their British father via an Instagram post on Thursday. “If you met my father, I bet he made you smile or laugh once if not more,” she began. She continued to describe their papa: “He was charming, always smiling, and had a great sense of humour. He always saw the brighter side of things, no matter the situation.” “No wonder why you lived such a great and long life, you were always so positive.…
Pope Francis came face to face with the woman whom he “hand-slapped” during the New Year’s Eve for suddenly grabbing him towards her while he was greeting pilgrims outside the Vatican. According to a CBCP News report, the two already met last January 8 during the “baciamano,” which is the “time reserved for certain pilgrims to greet the pope following an audience.” The photo of the friendly encounter was released only on Thursday. The report further said that Pope Francis had a little conversation with the woman, and they were smiling at each other while shaking hands as shown in the…
Maine Mendoza is back with another collaboration with international beauty brand MAC Cosmetics for a new shade of lipstick. This is the Kapuso actress’ second time to work with MAC, making her the first-ever influencer to become a MAC Maker twice. “So thrilled to officially announce my collaboration with MAC Cosmetics once again! This time it’s different,” revealed Maine on her social media accounts. In an Instagram post, Maine said that her “chosen color for the collab is a matte, deep red lipstick and a bold red lipglass.” She also said that she’s “Always and FOREVER a fan of red…
Actress Heart Evangelista personally joined the Philippine Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) in rescuing animals that were affected by the Taal Volcano eruption last January 12. Heart, who is also a long-time PAWS ambassador, brought relief and helped feed furry friends in the affected areas on Wednesday. “Don’t worry little one, we’re all doing what we can to give all of you the love and care you need during this time. ❤?,” Heart said in an Instagram post alongside a photo of her cradling a dog. Heart then called on for more donations for the affected animals. “Still so much is needed…
A Chinese woman with an expired passport and no visa will be deported back to her country after figuring in a viral incident with a Filipino delivery guy. (Read: ‘This is our country, you have to follow our rules: Pinoy defends delivery guy from ‘raging’ Chinese) A video uploaded on Twitter showed a Filipino coming to the defense of a delivery guy who was allegedly shouted at and hurt by the Chinese woman after she could not present any valid ID to the delivery guy. The Pinoy, who is @Eamoto2 or Ea de jesu on Twitter, earned praises for standing…
Ai-Ai delas Alas aired her disappointment over Pinoys who deliberately threw ATM receipts on the floor despite having a trash bin nearby. The comedian-actress shared a video on Instagram showing several pieces of paper scattered at the area where she made her transaction. “Grabe. Mga kuya, mga ate, pwede namang dito, diba?” said Ai-Ai in the video, referring to the mess even when a trash bin was placed nearby. She called out those persons for lacking discipline: “Minsan maging disiplinado din tayo sa buhay naten … ang kalat sa atm ano bayan … may basurahan naman sus ☹️,” started Ai-Ai…