Author: Patricia Dela Roca

Local artist Kevin Raymundo, better known online as “Tarantadong Kalbo,” was hospitalized after experiencing a transient ischemic attack (TIA). On Wednesday, Oct. 8, Kevin announced the news on his social media pages. “Kevin, Tarantadong Kalbo, was urgently rushed to the hospital on the evening of October 5 and was diagnosed with a transient ischemic attack (TIA),” his post read. According to medical websites, a TIA is a brief episode with stroke-like symptoms caused by a temporary blockage of blood flow to the brain. While often referred to as a “mini stroke” and typically lasting only a few minutes without causing…

Cebuana BINI member Aiah has stepped up for her kababayans in Cebu struck by a devastating earthquake through a donation drive under her “Aiahadvocacy” project. On Thursday, Oct. 2, the outreach initiative announced its campaign to gather monetary donations and relief goods for victims and areas hit by the magnitude 6.9 earthquake, which left the province under a state of calamity and still experiencing aftershocks. “LET’S HELP CEBU 🩵 In light of the recent earthquake in Cebu, we are opening our donation channels to provide direct assistance to the victims. Together, let us extend help and compassion in these trying…

OPM artist Maki has issued a public apology after he and his siblings faced criticism online over videos of them obstructing the view of concertgoers’ during K-pop girl group TWICE’s recent concert at the Philippine Arena in Bulacan. Viral videos circulating on X showed Maki and his companions standing in a seated section near the stage, blocking the view of other attendees. While the singer previously shared clips of his close interactions with TWICE members from his vantage point, fellow concertgoers were quick to call him out after videos from other perspectives surfaced online. One user, who posted footage of…

“I like girls.” This was the candid confession made by actress Angel Aquino that sent netizens buzzing and the sapphic community cheering. In her recent guesting on Bilyonaryo news channel’s “The Daily Dish,” Aquino was asked by the hosts if there was something about her that people still didn’t know. “Oh, I don’t know, my life’s an open book,” she replied, before casually admitting: “I like girls? There.” One of the hosts then remarked that some people might not be aware of that about her. To this, Angel responded, “Well, a lot of people are in denial. Sila talaga ‘yung…

K-pop girl group TWICE has performed at the Philippine Arena in Bulacan this weekend without one of its members, Jeongyeon. On October 2, JYP Entertainment announced that Jeongyeon would not be participating in TWICE’s “THIS IS FOR” world tour stop in Bulacan on Saturday, Oct. 4 due to health reasons. In its official statement, the agency expressed regret over the news and apologized to fans eagerly anticipating the concert. “We sincerely apologize to all the fans who have been waiting for this concert and are truly sorry to deliver such disappointing news,” the announcement read. JYP also thanked fans for…

After the 6.9 magnitude earthquake struck Cebu on the night of September 30, several Cebuano showbiz figures and other celebrities expressed solidarity with their kababayans, extending sympathy and prayers to those affected by the natural disaster. Former Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition housemates and Kapuso actresses Shuvee Etrata and AZ Martinez, who both grew up in Cebu, were among the first to voice their concern on social media. On her Instagram broadcast channel, Etrata reassured her fellow Cebuanos, writing, “Sa mga taga Cebu diha, padung na among tabang para sa inyo. Naa pa daw aftershocks hangtud run. Pag amping…

Cebuana actress-host Kim Chiu prioritized sending aid to the victims of the magnitude 6.9 earthquake in her home province of Cebu despite having a busy schedule. Kim was reportedly taping for her upcoming series, “The Alibi”, when she and her team experienced the tremor firsthand. Amid the taping, photos and testimonies circulating on social media showed Chiu personally buying construction materials to help rebuild homes for her fellow kababayans affected by the disaster. On her official Facebook page, the It’s Showtime host shared images of herself inside what appeared to be a warehouse where the donations were being prepared. TV…

Alvin Karingal, the man dubbed “Fishball Warrior,” has been released from police custody after he was arrested during the Sept. 21. anti-corruption rallies in Manila. Alvin was among over 200 individuals who were nabbed by the police after violence reportedly broke out during the protest against corruption in relation to the alleged corruption in government infrastructure projects. On Tuesday, Sept. 30, his legal counsel, human rights lawyer Atty. Maria Sol Taule, confirmed his release in a Facebook post. “Malaya na si Alvin matapos ang isang linggong ilegal na pagkakakulong,” Saule posted. She also echoed Alvin’s call to lower commodity prices…

Kapamilya comedian Vice Ganda sparked excitement among fans with a hint at his possible appearance in the Kapuso gag show “Bubble Gang”. On his Instagram Story, the It’s Showtime host shared a photo of a flower bouquet with a handwritten note that read, “Dear Vice, thank you for guesting! Batang Bubble ka na!”, followed by Vice captioning it with smiley and heart emojis. The image sparked curiosity and buzz among netizens whether the Unkabogable Superstar will finally make an appearance in the country’s longest-running gag show, particularly as it nears its 30th anniversary this year. In response to the speculations,…

Chie Filomeno has asked the public to refrain from making speculations about her personal life, particularly her reported breakup with longtime boyfriend Jake Cuenca and rumored romance with Cebuano businessman Matthew Lhuillier. On Monday, Sept. 29, Filomeno took to her Instagram Stories to release a statement, saying: “I’ve been reading and hearing a lot these past few days and I ask that my past relationship, my present life, and the Lhuillier family be left out of this issue.” “They don’t deserve to be dragged into something that has nothing to do with them,” she further wrote. Matthew is said to…