Author: Patricia Dela Roca

Xyriel Manabat wouldn’t let a TNVS driver’s lewd remarks about her pass. The issue gained traction after social media users exposed the driver’s supposed posts, which appeared to sexualize the former child star after she became his passenger. One of the posts read, “Nagulat ako nagpa-picture sa akin […] Ang laki ng bata na ’yan,” accompanied by a vulgar comment. Manabat, who has long advocated against sexual harassment and abuse, addressed the controversy during a recent event for her upcoming film “18th Rose.” The actress said she was shocked upon seeing the posts, recalling that she had simply been on…

A Malabon church’s Easter Sunday “Salubong” ceremony drew criticism from animal advocates after a live animal was used as a prop for a presentation, which reportedly died following the event. The incident that caught the attention of animal welfare organizations was a video of a dove being used during a traditional reenactment for a Salubong Ceremony last Easter Sunday at The Diocesan Shrine & Parish of Immaculate Conception in Malabon. In the footage, the bird appeared to be tied to a rod with its wings forced to spread to simulate flight, and later attached to balloons that lifted it into…

Netizens were left horrified and enraged after a disturbing video of a pregnant cat being abused by a group of minors circulated on social media. In the viral footage, a girl is seen violently swinging a sack, which was revealed to contain a live cat. The video goes on to document the animal being forcibly confined in the sack, shaken, and physically harmed, acts that also endangered the unborn kittens inside her. What further angered viewers was the apparent lack of remorse from those involved, with several of the teens seen laughing while the abuse was being carried out. Netizens…

Just days after Mark Lee’s departure, Ten of K-pop boy band NCT is also leaving SM Entertainment as both have chosen not to renew their contracts after a decade under the agency. The Thai artist confirmed the news on Monday, April 6, through a heartfelt letter posted on his Instagram Story. In his message, Ten shared that his decision came after careful reflection and discussions with both his fellow members and the company, as he approaches his 10th debut anniversary. “As I approach my 10th anniversary, I’ve found myself wanting to take on new challenges, explore new possibilities, and discover…

What was initially hailed as a remarkable story of loyalty and survival of seven dogs in China that allegedly escaped captivity has since been debunked, revealing a far less dramatic reality behind the footage. The clip first gained traction online after photos and videos showed a group of dogs trotting along a busy highway in a province in China. In the footage, the dogs appeared to move in formation, some surrounding a German Shepherd, while a Corgi led the group, occasionally glancing back as if checking on the others. The pack also included a Golden Retriever, Labrador Retriever, and Pekingese,…

Fans were abuzz after 1Z Entertainment dropped cryptic teasers about an incoming “wave of energy”, fueling speculations that the agency is gearing up to launch a new group. On Wednesday night, April 1, the company—owned by P-pop powerhouse SB19—shared an intriguing post featuring a red poster that read, “TABI! Paparating na kami!” along with the hashtag #1ZGroupA. The teaser also included a striking image of a pair of eyes set against a red background. As the post went live on April Fool’s Day, the agency was quick to clarify that it was not a prank, writing: “This is NOT an…

K-pop powerhouse BTS continues to break barriers as their latest album, “ARIRANG”, achieves record-breaking success on Spotify. Shortly after its release, ARIRANG became the most-streamed K-pop album on Spotify, while also securing the title of the most-streamed album globally in a single day this year. The achievement was confirmed by Spotify through its official social media platforms, noting that the said album now holds the record for the biggest single-day streams for any album in 2026 so far. Even ahead of its release, ARIRANG had already made waves, becoming one of the most pre-saved Countdown Pages in Spotify history with…

Filipino singer Matty Juniosa made a standout debut on the latest season of “Britain’s Got Talent” after receiving a coveted Golden Buzzer from judge Simon Cowell. The 27-year-old performer, introduced on the show as a part-time waiter from the Philippines now based in Glasgow, impressed both the judges and audience with his powerful rendition of “Purple Rain” by 80’s icon Prince. His soulful take on the classic hit earned a standing ovation, leading to Cowell pressing the Golden Buzzer and sending Juniosa straight to the live shows and bypassing further audition rounds. “That was so good. You know that was…

“Eat Bulaga!” host Wally Bayola sustained minor injuries after figuring in a motorcycle accident in Camarines Sur. Bayola was reportedly on his way to Naga City on Sunday afternoon, March 29, when the incident occurred along Andaya Highway in the municipality of Lupi. Initial investigation by local police suggested that the motorcycle may have hit a pothole while the comedian was riding with a group en route to the Bicol region. According to the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) in Lupi, Bayola sustained multiple abrasions on his arms and legs and experienced limited mobility in his right leg, suggesting a…

Actor Lance Carr addressed his guest performance at a beauty pageant in La Union, which went viral for featuring strongly worded lyrics from a popular OPM love song. The incident stemmed from Lance’s appearance at the coronation night of Miss City of San Fernando 2026, where he sang “Harana” by the iconic OPM band Parokya ni Edgar. During the performance, Carr sang the line “Sino ba ’tong mukhang g*go” while assisting a candidate down the stage. The timing quickly drew attention from netizens, with clips of the moment circulating widely across social media and prompting mixed reactions. In a recent…