Author: Patricia Dela Roca

Tagaytay restaurant Balay Dako issued a public apology on Monday following online backlash over an incident where an asong Pinoy or aspin was denied entry, despite the establishment promoting itself as “pet-friendly.” The controversy began when a lengthy Facebook post shared by Lara Antonio went viral, describing how her dog, Yoda, an aspin, was not allowed inside the restaurant because of the dog’s size and alleged breed. Antonio explained that despite previously dining there with Yoda without issues, they were turned away at the time, allegedly because Yoda exceeded the restaurant’s weight limit of 15kg for dogs. However, she pointed…

Jeon Cyrus, a contestant on It’s Showtime’s “KalokaLike” segment, has addressed harsh criticism and hate comments after impersonating his idol, P-pop supergroup SB19’s Stell Ajero. Following his September 3 performance on the Kapamilya noontime show, the Cebuano impersonator has been bombarded with negative comments, not just about his appearance but also regarding the P-pop idol. Jeon took to his Facebook account to express his feelings about the hate comments and insults he’s been receiving after appearing in the segment as Stell. In his post, he shared his gratitude for the supportive messages while also announcing his temporary break from social…

Following her arrest and impending deportation to The Philippines, dismissed Bamban, Tarlac Mayor Alice Guo may now claim these perks and incentives. Several local brands previously courted Guo with free products and services in exchange for her return to the country after she went on the run for being linked to a raided Philippine offshore gaming operator (POGO) operation in Bamban. The 33-year-old former mayor, whose real name was revealed to be Guo Hua Ping, fled the country using her Philippine passport, Senator Risa Hontiveros revealed on August 19. According to reports, Guo left the Philippines and entered Kuala Lumpur,…

Celebrity mom Dianne Medina recently revealed that the tuition fee for her eldest child, Joaquin, who is currently in nursery school, amounts to a staggering P170,000. The actress, who is married to actor Rodjun Cruz, shared that she found the old documents while cleaning their old house, including receipts, report cards, and diplomas. In an Instagram story, Dianne expressed her surprise upon discovering an old receipt from her brothers Xavier and Nix Medina’s own kindergarten days back in 1991. “Grabe yung tuition ko may receipt na May 7, 1991, kinder, Holy Spirit QC — 2,125.50 pesos lang,” Dianne wrote, referring…

Content creator Erwan Heussaff addressed a curious fan’s comment on Instagram about his wedding ring and his marriage to actress-host Anne Curtis. The exchange began when the user noticed that Erwan was not wearing his wedding ring in a recent video he posted. The commenter expressed concern, writing, “He is no longer wearing the wedding ring 😢😢😢.” In response, Erwan quickly dismissed the speculation and took the opportunity to subtly educate his followers on the importance of discerning reliable sources from random social media accounts. Heusaff replied, “lol, you shouldn’t believe news from random accounts on Facebook 🙂.” The fan,…

Star Magic has initiated legal actions against individuals responsible for creating and distributing fake photos and videos of members of the P-pop girl group BINI. The move comes in response to a growing outcry from fans, fondly known as “Blooms,” who have called for stronger protection of the group from online exploitation, leading to the hashtag “#SMProtectBINI” to trend on X (formerly Twitter). Under the hashtag which has over 100,000 thousand posts as of writing, Blooms urged Star Magic to take action against those subjecting the members to online sexual harassment, including the creation of deepfake photos and videos. In…

Fans of P-pop girl group G22 have recently taken to social media to demand protection for the group, particularly for member Jaz, after a disturbing conversation surfaced online. The conversation in question allegedly involved online users of a group message sharing “jokes” about “stabbing” Jaz. The incident quickly drew backlash from the group’s fanbase, fondly known as Bullets, who trended the tag “#ProtectG22” on X (formerly Twitter), as fans strongly condemned the actions and called for accountability. Another G22 member, AJ, publicly defended Jaz in a post on X, emphasizing the seriousness of the situation. “@jasminehenryy is a kween baddie…

“Siguro kung dumating sa point na ganun, siguro sisisihin ko yung sarili ko.” This was AJ Raval’s candid response when she was asked how she would react if her boyfriend Aljur Abrenica were to repeat the mistakes her father, Jeric Raval, made in his past relationships. The interview, which was part of Julius Babao’s vlog, showcased the close bond between AJ and her father, as well as her honest approach to relationships. It is worth noting that Babao previously conducted an exclusive YouTube interview with the veteran actor where Jeric discussed his past as a womanizer. This prompted a question…

Leyte 4th District Rep. Richard Gomez has addressed the backlash he received after venting his frustrations about being stuck in EDSA traffic. The actor-turned-politician clarified his stance in a statement sent to NewsWatch Plus Philippines. “It was an opinion and my reklamo at that moment,” said Gomez. He further clarified that he does not use any personal escort or a mobile backup to navigate traffic quickly, stating, “I don’t use a hagad or a mobile backup for me to go swiftly through traffic. More than that I don’t use the bus lane.” “I just find it silly that with so…

Aiah of the P-pop girl group BINI caused a stir among fans after receiving a surprise gift—a puppy—from a devoted fan. Shekinah Pulsutin, a fan of BINI since January 2024, presented Aiah with a chow chow and Japanese spitz mix puppy during the event at the MOA Music Hall on August 30, 2024. According to Pulsutin, the gift was inspired by Aiah’s love for dogs, particularly golden retrievers, which she frequently shares on her social media accounts. “She really loves dogs, all of the Blooms know that especially Aiah stans po,” she told The Philippine STAR. She went on to…