Author: Patricia Dela Roca

Rene Gacuma, president of the Philippine Fencing Association (PFA), has filed a complaint over an alleged physical confrontation involving Leyte 4th District Representative Richard Gomez during the 2025 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in Thailand. On Thursday, Dec. 18, Gacuma accused Gomez, who currently serves as a PFA director and second vice president of the Philippine Olympic Committee (POC), of assaulting and verbally abusing him during the international fencing competition on December 16. In a letter addressed to Philippine SEA Games Chef de Mission Dr. Raul Canlas, Rene detailed how he was allegedly insulted and physically attacked by the actor-politician on…

Motorists are advised to expect traffic disruptions in parts of Pasay and Makati on Friday as authorities roll out traffic measures for the Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) “Parade of Stars.” The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) announced that temporary lane closures and a stop-and-go traffic scheme will be implemented to accommodate the annual parade, which will be hosted by the city of Makati this year. Traffic adjustments will be in place from 12:01 p.m. until 10 p.m. along key roads where the Parade of Stars will pass through, including Macapagal Boulevard, Senator Gil Puyat Avenue (Buendia), Ayala Avenue, Makati…

A Filipino digital creator whose wardrobe malfunction was caught on camera during a livestream of the ongoing 33rd Southeast Asian (SEA) Games has spoken up about the incident. A clip from the livestream of the Philippines’ Alas Pilipinas match against Indonesia in the men’s indoor volleyball competition went viral after a female spectator was unintentionally exposed on camera in two separate moments. One TikTok upload has amassed 2.7 million views on the platform, while another footage gained more than 900,000 views. On Tuesday, Dec. 16, the woman, later identified as Filipina digital creator Jasmine Arancillo, addressed the incident through a…

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) has announced the official shortlists in 12 categories for the 98th Academy Awards. Unfortunately, none of the Philippines’ submissions advanced to the next round. Lav Diaz’s historical epic “Magellan” failed to make the shortlist for Best International Feature Film, where 86 films from various countries and regions were eligible this year. Set in the 16th century, Magellan follows Portuguese navigator Ferdinand Magellan, who defies his king after his ambitions to explore the world are rejected. Turning to the Spanish Crown, he secures support for a daring voyage to the East. The…

Basketball star Ricci Rivero and singer-actress Claudia Barretto were among those spotted cheering for national athlete Juliana Gomez during her fencing debut at the 33rd Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in Thailand. Photos released by One Sports showed Rivero, a shooting guard for PBA team Phoenix Fuel Masters, and Barretto in attendance at the fencing venue inside Fashion Island Shopping Mall in Bangkok, where they watched Gomez compete. Rivero and Barretto expressed their full support for Gomez as she made her SEA Games debut representing the Philippines in the Women’s Épée event alongside teammates Alexa Larrazabal and Ivy Claire Dinoy. Juliana’s…

“UnMarry” actress Angelica Panganiban opened up about regretting her decision to turn down a movie role because she did not want to work with a fellow actress at the time. In an exclusive interview with ABS-CBN News’ MJ Felipe, Panganiban shared previously undisclosed details about her acting career, including what she described as one of her biggest regrets in show business. According to Panganiban, she was offered the role of Gabbie Salazar, which was eventually portrayed by Shaina Magdayao, in the 2013 box-office blockbuster, “Four Sisters and a Wedding.” Explaining her decision, the actress said the offer came shortly after…

The beloved cast of hit K-drama “Reply 1988” has reunited for a 10th anniversary special, which will soon be available to Pinoy viewers via streaming platform Viu Philippines. On Monday, Viu Philippines announced that it will stream the three-episode Reply 1988 10th anniversary special starting this Saturday, Dec. 20. “A decade of memories, laughter, and friendship. The cast of Reply 1988 reunites for their 10th anniversary, returning to where it all began. Watch them make countless new memories this December 20 on Viu,” the platform said in a Facebook post. The special brings together the show’s lead stars Hyeri, Park…

Comedienne-host Pokwang has apologized publicly after a video surfaced showing his brother in a viral incident with a father and child in Antipolo. Pokwang’s brother was identified as the driver accused of assaulting a father and son pushing a handcart in Brgy. San Roque Tulay, Antipolo City, after they reportedly brushed against his white pickup truck. According to the uploader and witnesses, the father and son were traveling along the road when the vehicle allegedly squeezed past them, causing the child to fall from the handcart and cry. The driver’s violent reaction, reportedly striking the father, prompted bystanders to intervene.…

Kapuso actress Carla Abellana recently appeared to subtly confirm her engagement with her unnamed partner, fueling talk of a wedding happening very soon. On Monday, Dec. 1, Carla shared an Instagram photo showing her left hand wearing a ring on her ring finger while holding another person’s hand. Her caption included several white heart emojis and a Bible verse: “Jeremiah 29:11: ‘For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the LORD, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you a hope and a future.’” Fans and fellow celebrities, including Jodi Sta. Maria, Max…

Rumored couple Daniel Padilla and Kaila Estrada sent netizens abuzz after videos and photos of them attending a recent IV of Spades concert together circulated online. The sightings stemmed from IV of Spades’ recent show at the SM Mall of Asia Arena, where the two actors were spotted among the crowd enjoying the OPM band’s performances together. @twxshy Kaila and DJ at IVOS concert. Kainiel is real! 🧡 #Kainiel #IVOS #IVOSConcert #DanielPadilla #KailaEstrada ♬ original sound – T In clips shared by netizens and concertgoers, Padilla was seen jamming to band member Unique Salonga’s performance of “Sino,” at times with…