Author: Rossane Ramos

Kapamilya star Arci Muñoz gave out food packs to 50 families in Muntindilaw, Antipolo City. In an Instagram post, the actress said that help has not yet reached the small community since the enhanced community quarantine (ECQ) was declared in the National Capital Region.  Her post read: “We are on our 3rd batch of handing out goods for a small community near us. We were told that help has not reached them since the ECQ started. There are 150-200 families and these goods can only last for a couple of days. I hope this reaches our local government because we…

John Lloyd Cruz paused his hiatus from the public eye to thank the frontliners who are battling the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in the Philippines. The 36-year-old actor, who’s now based in Cebu City, appeared in the online fundraiser, Mamatay Kang Hayup na COVID Ka, on April 4. The telethon, which will go on for 24 hours for 10 days, aims to raise funds for testing kits. Cruz sent his regards to the Filipino healthcare workers aiding the thousands of patients affected by the illness. “Maraming salamat sa inyo, sa lahat ng frontliners, mabuhay kayo,” he said. “Kulang. Kulang itong efftorts……

After rumors of an observed trend that shows coronavirus (COVID-19) patients acquired the illness from grocery stores circulated on social media, the Philippine General Hospital (PGH) was quick to shut down the false news.  Even Kapamilya TV host Alex Gonzaga was deceived by the information. Her now deleted post read: “Forwarded message: So far ang trend sa hospitals now is sa grocery nakukuha ang COVID-19, so if kayang magbulk-buy, yun na yung gawin. Then paki disinfect mga nabili delata etc. 1:9 ratio chlorox n water. 1cup chlorox 9 cups water. Paki share na lang.”  On April 4, the PGH released…

Lucy Torres has penned yet another heartfelt message for her husband Ormoc City Mayor Richard Gomez on his 54th birthday.  “This is you. In my eyes. You can fix anything that is broken, play the guitar and sing me love songs, dance with me,” she wrote along with a photo of Gomez.  She expressed her appreciation for her husband’s hard work in their family and in Ormoc.  “My dearest love. You are joy and strength and courage, my warrior, my superman. Happy birthday, my sun and moon. I love you always and always. Cheers to more happy and healthy birthdays…

Former model and actress Jewel Mische took to social media to announce the arrival of her new baby girl Emerald Kurzer. The former Starstruck winner gave birth on April 3. She named her daughter after the precious stone, emerald. (READ: Jewel Mische announces second pregnancy with a ‘game’) Her caption read: “She’s here. Emerald “Emrie” Jade Kurzer. Emerald: ‘majestic beauty.. Rare strength.. Tempered with mercy and lover of mankind.’” She added that after giving birth, she is sore and exhausted but still feeling good. The 29-year-old Mische got engaged to her American partner Alister Kurze in 2013. They married in…

Proud mom Sunshine Cruz took to social media to celebrate the high school graduation of eldest daughter Angelina.  She shared it was supposed to be Angelina’s graduation last April 3 but due to the current coronavirus (COVID-19) situation in the country, the event was put on hold.  “Congratulations Angelina. May kolehiyala na ako! I’m still hoping that after our country gets through this, I would still get to see you march, walk up the stage and receive your diploma,” she wrote.  Angelina is among the three daughters Cruz and Cesar Montano. The two filed the annulment of their marriage in…

Italian Opera singer Andrea Bocelli will be performing live at the empty Milan Cathedral on Easter Sunday. His live performance will be available on YouTube on April 12, U.K. time. The global music icon’s solo performance is a message of love, healing and hope to Italy and the world. In a report by the Italian newspaper Il Corriere della Sera, Bocelli said his performance is not a concert but rather an occasion to pray together. Italy is one of the worst-hit countries of the coronavirus (COVID-19) disease. Its death toll has surpassed that of China, where the virus reportedly originated.

“I am one of the lucky ones who have been able to go home, resume a semblance of my former life, and live to tell the tale.” Broadcast journalist Howie Severino opened up on his battle with the coronavirus disease. In a personal essay published on GMA Network’s website, Severino wrote a few of his takeaways from overcoming the illness and becoming a COVID-19 survivor. “I’m Patient 2828 in the lower part of the curve — have a responsibility to talk about this experience in a way that will enable the public to understand it, lessen the fear, and…

Karla Estrada called for more compassion and charity in the midst of the country’s fight against the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.  In an Instagram post, the TV host-actress advised her followers not to regret the money they have donated to help their fellow Filipinos. “Huwag manghinayang sa pera na itutulong dahil kikitain mo rin yan. Pero ang buhay na pwedeng mawala dahil sa gutom ay hindi na maibabalik,” she said. She asked that before they turn to selfish ways, it is best to think of how it would feel like if they were in the position of the frontliners, health workers…

John Arcilla took to social media to announce the passing of his father, Dominador Alemania Arcilla. The Heneral Luna actor said that his father’s death is not related to the coronavirus disease (COVID-19). However, he and his grieving family will be unable to see their father’s body one last time in Baler, Aurora because of the enhanced community quarantine.   “I do not feel good announcing the passing of someone very dear to me. But the feeling of not seeing even his body for the last time while we’re just here 5 hours away from him, isn’t easy to handle,”…