Author: Lyka Nicart

The craze for P-pop girl group sensation BINI continues as they reached a new peak being the most searched act this month on YouTube among Filipinos.  Data provided by Google showed that Filipinos searched for BINI the most on the video-sharing platform this month, surpassing popular global acts such as Taylor Swift and Sabrina Carpenter. According to Google Trends, the search term BINI dominated YouTube in the Philippines the entire June, ranking highest in the CALABARZON, Bicol, MIMAROPA, and Central Luzon regions, scoring around 80 in overall search interest, and Metro Manila with a search interest percentage of 78. BINI…

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Viral candyman Angelito Gino-Gino, also known as Lolo Lolito or “Lolo Pops,” has passed away.  In a Facebook page dedicated to Lolo Pops, it was announced that the elderly candy vendor passed away just three days after his wife, Pacita dela Cruz Gino-Gino,succumbed to death.  “Thank you Lo, for being such an inspiration to all of us.You have shown us that no matter how bitter the world is, there’s a candy of yours that will make the world as sweet as your smile,” read the Facebook post. “Thank you for bringing sweetness [to] the lives of Pampangueños,” it added. Days…

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The personal accounts of all members of BINI, except the P-pop girl group’s leader Jhoanna Robles, appears to have been banned on TikTok. Fans of the Nation’s Girl Group aired their concern on social media on Saturday, June 15, prompting the girls’ management to release a statement. ABS-CBN’s Star Magic said they have already reached out to the platform and asked for assistance to recover the members’ banned accounts.  RELATED VIDEO: “…We have been in constant communication with them regarding the verification of BINI’s profiles,” the talent management added. #BINI : Advisory pic.twitter.com/i2RDrL1ti3— BINI_PH (@BINI_ph) June 15, 2024 Member Maloi…

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First Lady Liza Araneta Marcos has spoken up on the viral video of her drinking from Senate President Chiz Escudero’s wine glass at an event in Malacañang Palace.  The wife of President Bongbong Marcos recently made talks online after she was spotted grabbing Escudero’s wine glass and drinking from it during the recently held Vin d’Honneur (wine of honor) in celebration of the country’s Independence Day.  The online community shared their mixed reactions, with some criticizing Liza’s behaviors, suggesting that the First Lady might have mistaken Escudero as a waiter. In a statement sent to DZRH, the first lady addressed…

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Trina Candaza received messages of support and comfort from netizens amid news of her ex-partner Carlo Aquino’s wedding to Charlie Dizon.  Carlo and Charlie surprised fans on Sunday after secretly tying the knot at a private resort in Silang, Cavite. The two exchanged vows in front of their close friends and colleagues, with ABS-CBN executives also in attendance. Whilst well wishes poured in for the newlyweds, some netizens couldn’t help checking in on Trina, Carlo’s former partner whom she shares a daughter with. On the model-entrepreneur’s three successive posts on that day, online users left messages of support for the…

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Sarah Lahbati and Kyline Alcantara delighted netizens with a funny video of them together. In a TikTok post, the celebrity pals recreated the iconic “Spaghetti Battle” scene of Vice Ganda and Awra Briguela from the “Super Parental Guidance” movie. “Are you tchretend?!,” Sarah quipped in the caption, tagging Kyline. Netizens had a laugh at Sarah and Kyline’s  collaboration, with some insinuating that the two are throwing shade with their video.  “Parang may common denominator,” said a netizen, seemingly relating to the duo’s similarities in their respective past relationships. “Is this a shade? charot,” said another. “Beh nagets ko ang assignment…

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Alden Richards, Dennis Trillo, Barbie Forteza, David Licauco, and Sanya Lopez are starring together in the historical action-drama series “Pulang Araw” set to premiere on Netflix this July. Netflix on Monday shared a key art as well as announcement video of the upcoming period drama set to premiere on the streaming giant platform on July 26. The highly anticipated series will stream on Netflix three days ahead of its scheduled airing on free TV next month. I am seated for the biggest Pinoy historical action-drama set in World War ✌️ Alden Richards, Dennis Trillo, Barbie Forteza, David Licauco, and Sanya…

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Iwa Moto is looking forward to celebrating with Jodi Sta. Maria, whose marriage with former partner Pampi Lacson has been nullified after 13 long years. “Case closed,” Jodi said in an Instagram post on Sunday as she announced the status of her annulment with Pampi, Iwa’s current partner. “It was indeed a test of faith and trust — FAITH in God’s promises and TRUST in God’s timing,” Jodi said, recalling the “frustrating, discouraging, and even heartbreaking,” process of waiting. The actress further noted, “Looking back it was His grace that sustained and carried me. He had a purpose for the…

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It seems that all is well now between former Goin’ Bulilit alums Mika dela Cruz and Alexa Ilacad.  Entertainment site Fashion Pulis recently reported that the two are now following each other on Instagram, years after Alexa made headlines when she commented on Mika’s relationship with fellow Goin’ Bulilit star and now-husband Nash Aguas. Alexa and Nash had a mutual understanding for several years and were formerly known as the “NLex” tandem, before Nash caused a stir when he made the “13 years and I still love you” remark to Mika, who was then his girlfriend. In a 2019 interview…

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While rumors are rife that Kyline Alcantara is dating basketball star Kobe Paras, the Kapuso actress said she’s not keen on having a new relationship. “Hindi pa po,” Kyline said laughing, when asked in an interview with 24 Oras if she is ready to fall in love again. “Feeling ko po, dapat ko pa pong kilalanin ang sarili ko,” the actress added in a more serious tone. “Meron po ba? Bahala na lang po muna si God,” Kyline further quipped after being asked if she’s entertaining someone at the moment.  Kyline previously dated fellow Kapuso star Mavy Legaspi before breakup speculations…

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