A photo of local men smiling while running from powerful waves during Super Typhoon Uwan has gone viral on social media. The moment was captured by The Philippine STAR photographer Walter Bollozos in Barangay Aplaya in Dingalan, Aurora, which was among the provinces that were placed under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No. 5 and Signal No. 4, as Uwan made its landfall on the region on Sunday. The image, which went viral after being posted on the same day, showed residents fleeing a storm surge along the shoreline, while one man, notably wearing a striped shirt, appeared calm and unfazed…
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Patricia Dela Roca is a content producer with nerdy tendencies. She tends to lose herself in writing, films, fictional novels, video games, and in her Kpop bias' eyes.
Broadcast journalist Kim Atienza and his wife Felicia “Feli” Atienza honored their daughter Emman with heartfelt eulogies, remembering the joy she brought to their family. Emman, a 19-year-old Sparkle artist, TikTok content creator and mental health advocate, passed away in October, leaving family, friends, and followers in deep grief. Speaking before loved ones and supporters during the final night of her wake on Tuesday, Nov. 4, at Heritage Park in Taguig City, Kuya Kim expressed gratitude for the outpouring of comfort during what he described as “a very tough few days.” “Tonight is a night of thanksgiving,” he began. “I…
Senate Deputy Majority Leader JV Ejercito has filed the Anti-Online Hate and Harassment Bill, also known as the “Emman Atienza Bill,” which aims to address cyberbullying, fake news, and online defamation, and foster safer digital spaces. The proposed measure will be named after the late daughter of TV personality Kim Atienza, Emman, and seeks to expand protections under existing laws such as the Cybercrime Prevention Act and the Anti-Bullying Act. The bill penalizes acts such as cyberlibel, online hate speech, and harassment, including expressions inciting hatred or discrimination based on one’s gender or sexuality, cyberstalking, and the non-consensual sharing of…
South Korean singer-actor Ok Taecyeon has confirmed that he is set to tie the knot with his longtime girlfriend in the spring of 2026. Taecyeon’s agency, 51K, officially announced the news on Saturday, Nov. 1, following online buzz after photos of the K-pop star’s proposal in Paris circulated online. “Actor Ok Taecyeon has promised to spend the rest of his life with the partner whom he has been dating for a long time,” 51K stated. According to the agency, the wedding will be held privately in Seoul next spring, with only close friends, family, and relatives in attendance. “As [Taecyeon’s]…
The Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB) has summoned Viva Communications, Inc. over a viral video showing one of its content creators making “profane” remarks against the agency. In a letter dated October 23 addressed to Viva President Vincent G. Del Rosario, the MTRCB stated that the meeting aims to “promote mutual understanding” and “responsible conduct” in public events. The agency further described the content creator’s comments as “disrespectful” to the institution and to the people behind its work. “In line with our Responsableng Panonood campaign and our vision for healthy collaborative practices with our stakeholders, we would…
Papa P as in Piolo Pacquiao? Boxing legend Manny Pacquiao’s son, Eman Bacosa Pacquiao, has become a hot topic online not only for his recent boxing victory but also for his striking resemblace to Kapamilya heartthrob Piolo Pascual. Eman recently made headlines after winning his match against Nico Salado in their lightweight division bout during the Thrilla in Manila II event at the Araneta Coliseum on Wednesday, October 29. The event, graced by Manny and his wife Jinkee Pacquiao, served as a tribute to the 50th anniversary of Thrilla in Manila and the legendary 1975 bout between Muhammad Ali and…
Hollywood couple Chris Evans and Alba Baptista have reportedly welcomed their first child together. According to multiple U.S. media outlets, Baptista gave birth to a baby girl named Alma Grace on Saturday, October 25 (U.S. time), in Massachusetts. The couple’s daughter will reportedly carry both of her parents’ surnames, Baptista Evans. Evans and Baptista tied the knot in an intimate ceremony in September 2023. Chris is best known for portraying the iconic Captain America in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, while Alba rose to fame as the lead in Netflix’s fantasy action series “Warrior Nun.”
It’s MAMA season again! The 2025 MAMA Awards is roaring to life with its fiercest lineup yet, bringing together a powerhouse lineup of nominees and performers for a two-day spectacle in Hong Kong. This year marks the first time since 2018 that the prestigious awards show will return to Hong Kong at the Kai Tak Stadium on November 28 and 29, coinciding with Mnet’s 30th anniversary. Themed “Hear My Roar: Uh-Heung,” the event draws inspiration from the sound of a tiger, symbolizing Korea’s strength and passion, with CJ ENM defining it as “the distinctly Korean spirit of fun and excitement…
Award-winning Broadway icon Lea Salonga and actress Liza Soberano are set to lend their voices to DreamWorks Animation’s “Forgotten Island,” an animated comedy-adventure inspired by Philippine mythology. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Manila-born Fil-Canadian actor Manny Jacinto and Filipino-American singer-actress H.E.R. will also be joining the Filipino-studded ensemble alongside Hollywood stars Dave Franco and Jenny Slate. Lea and Liza have both expressed their excitement for the project on their respective social media pages. The film will be written and directed by Joel Crawford and Januel Mercado with Universal Pictures slated to release the movie in theaters on September 25, 2026.…
Love seems to be in the air for Claudine Barretto, with Milano Sanchez, brother of TV host Korina Sanchez, openly declaring that he’s pursuing the actress. The pair confirmed their blooming romance as Milano posted a cozy photo of them together with the caption: “The courtship starts now. No matter how long it takes, I will wait. No one will ever break you again.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Milano B. Sanchez (@onalim_zehcnas) Claudine later responded with her own Instagram post, featuring the same photo, playfully writing, “Can you really wait??? No matter how long??? No…