My Encounter with Joseph Estrada
The first time I met actor Joseph Estrada—former mayor, senator, vice president, and president of the Philippines—was when I was still in grade school at Aquinas School in San Juan…
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Love & Karma selected among 76 films at Vero Beach Film Festival’s 10th anniversary
Film builds momentum across festival circuit with international cast and cross-cultural storytelling VERO BEACH, Fla. — Love & Karma, based on a story by Celeste Friedman and written and directed by…
LPGA players, celebrities gather for Pechanga Pro-Am in Temecula
Credit – Event photos from Pechanga Resort Casino Single-day exhibition highlights international field, Filipino representation, and resort-scale hospitality TEMECULA, Calif. — Pechanga Resort Casino staged its 13th annual Pro-Am…
Inday: Manilatown Celebrates Women’s History Month Opens to Sold-Out Crowd; Exhibition Extended Through April 30, 2026
Guests fill the galleries at the International Hotel Manilatown Center during the sold-out opening of Inday: Manilatown Celebrates Women’s History Month, celebrating the work of American Filipina artists. Artist Roundtable…
Yasmien Kurdi files DepEd complaint vs. Makati school over alleged bullying case
Yasmien Kurdi and husband Rey Soldevilla with legal counsel Image from Facebook/@ yasmienkurdi143 Actor cites enforcement gaps; school disputes characterization of incidents MANILA — Actress Yasmien Kurdi has filed an administrative complaint with…
Hyun Bin named honorary counterintelligence agent by South Korea’s intelligence service
Hyun Bin as an NIS agent in “Made in Korea.” Image from Disney+ SEOUL — South Korea’s primary intelligence agency has named actor Hyun Bin an honorary counterintelligence agent, a symbolic designation aimed…
Gerald Anderson opens second resort in Zambales
Image from Instragram/@ andersongeraldjr MANILA — Actor Gerald Anderson has opened a second resort property in Zambales, expanding his presence in the Philippines’ domestic tourism sector while maintaining an active screen career. Anderson…
Filipino voices gain ground in Hollywood as Isa Briones reflects on representation in ‘The Pitt’
Filipino-American actresses Isa Briones, Kristin Villanueva, and Amielynn Abellera photos from Sthanlee B. Mirador/Facebook LOS ANGELES — Filipino-American actress Isa Briones is part of a growing cohort of performers and creators advancing…
Filipino singer Matty Juniosa advances to ‘Britain’s Got Talent’ semifinals, hints at genre shift
Image from Facebook/@ mattyjuniosa MANILA — Filipino singer Matty Juniosa will compete in the live semifinals of Britain’s Got Talent after earning a Golden Buzzer during the audition round. Juniosa secured the spot with a…
Dolly de Leon lands series regular role in Apple TV+ thriller “Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed”
Dolly de Leon and Jon Michael Hill in “Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed” Screenshot image from Apple TV Filipina actress takes on a detective role in a 10-episode dark comedy thriller set…
Carlo Aquino affirms commitment to Philippine cinema after period of uncertainty
Image from instragram/@jose_liwanag MANILA — Carlo Aquino, whose career spans more than three decades in Philippine film and television, said he is staying in the local entertainment industry following a period of…
Frankie Pangilinan Social Media Post Fuels Public Interest in Relationship Status
@frankiepangilinan instagram account Frankie Pangilinan Social Media Post Fuels Public Interest in Relationship Status MANILA, Philippines — Simone Francesca Emmanuelle “Frankie” Pangilinan, daughter of Senator Francis Pangilinan and singer-actress Sharon…
A Series of TV/Radio Guesting Experiences
FROM the warm hospitality of radio booths to the bright lights of TV studios, the past few weeks have been a whirlwind. It is always a privilege to step into…
JPMorganChase Partners With Sports Legends to Help Athletes Master Their Money
Athletes’ careers are unpredictable. Less than 2% of NCAA college athletes turn professional and many professional athletes retire before they’re 35. Yet nearly 65% of athletes say they never had financial education in school. To help…
PHILSME Expands as Largest B2B Platform for SMEs, Launches MSME Village at 18th Expo
Manila, Philippines — The PHILSME Business Expo & Conference is expanding access to national business opportunities with the launch of the MSME Village Powered by Advocacy Partners at the 18th PHILSME, happening May 22–23, 2026…
GRATON RESORT & CASINO ANNOUNCES APRIL PROMOTIONS, ENTERTAINMENT, AND MAY 4 EXPANSION OPENING
This spring marks the start of a new era at Graton Resort & Casino. On May 4, the resort will unveil the next phase of its expansion, introducing new dining,…
H Mart Announces ‘2026 Children’s Art Contest’ Across the U.S.
“Open to Smart Rewards Card Members’ Children… 90 Winners, $10,000 Total Prize Pool” Lyndhurst, NJ – H Mart, the largest Asian supermarket chain in North America, is excited to launch…
Dogs, Cats Give You Joy and Protection
In March 2026, U.S. President Donald J. Trump signed the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), prohibiting Department of Defense (DOD) funding for “painful research” on domestic dogs…
Glendale celebrates diversity at YOUniqueness Festival, draws over 800 attendees
Tinikling by Holy Family Filipino Dance Group GLENDALE, Calif. — The 4th Annual “Celebrate YOUniqueness Festival” at the Glendale YMCA brought together more than 800 attendees, highlighting the city’s cultural…
Sara Porkalob of ‘Dragon Mama’ transforms her family’s immigrant struggles into a two-hour show and portrays 28 characters
By Janet Susan R. Nepales We arrived at the Geffen Playhouse’s Audrey Skirball Kenis Theater without any expectations. Until actress Sara Porkalob arrived onstage to do her almost two-hour, one-woman…
Threeology 3.0: A powerhouse concert experience at Pechanga resort and casino on April 26
TEMECULA, CALIF. A powerhouse three-in-one concert experience hits the stage at 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Sunday, April 26, 2026, inside the Pechanga Theater at Pechanga Resort Casino. Three of…
Sky River Casino Accelerates Spring Momentum with April Promotions and Million-Dollar Milestone
Elk Grove, CA – Sky River Casino is heading into April with strong spring momentum, highlighted by the ongoing $1,000,000 Audi Q7 Giveaway, the return of the $130,000 Weekly Blackjack…
Phenomenal Filipina Girl Group Ignites “SexBomb Get, Get Aw!” U.S. Tour at Pechanga Resort Casino on May 14
TEMECULA, Calif. — The Best-Selling Girl Group in Philippine History is bringing their electrifying choreography and iconic hits to Southern California. Pechanga Resort Casino proudly presents the “SexBomb Get, Get…
Representatives dismiss separation rumors surrounding Maine Mendoza and Arjo Atayde
Arjo Atayde and Maine Mendoza Image from instragram/@mainedcm Clarifications cite illness; no verified evidence supports online claims MANILA — Official representatives for Maine Mendoza and her husband, Arjo Atayde, have formally denied…
Oscars to exit Hollywood in 2029
image from Facebook/@TheAcademy The Academy Awards will leave the Dolby Theatre after 2028, relocating to a larger downtown Los Angeles venue as production and staging requirements evolve. LOS ANGELES…
Regine Velasquez honored by Billboard Philippines, signals final concert as career enters transition phase
Image from facebook/@ billboardphofficial Veteran singer marks 40th year in OPM with top industry recognition and plans to scale back large-scale performances MANILA — Regine Velasquez, one of the most…
Lella Ford details close ties with Kaila Estrada
image from Instagram/@ lellaford Estrada has been romantically linked to Ford’s brother Daniel Padilla. MANILA — Lella Ford, the winner of Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition 2.0, has spoken publicly…
Kris Aquino seen in BGC, signals cautious return to public life after prolonged illness
Kris Aquino with friends image from Jonathan Velasco via Instagram MANILA — Kris Aquino, the former television host and one of the Philippines’ most recognizable media figures, made a…
DreamWorks sets ‘Forgotten Island’ for Sept. 2026 release, centers Philippine mythology in original animated feature
Brand New Poster Image from Facebook/@dreamworks Bringing Philippine mythology to moviegoers ahead of its Sept. 25, 2026 theatrical release, the film features a cast of Filipino and Filipino…