Bela Padilla confirms split from Martin Tan: ‘Loving someone also means knowing when to let go’
MANILA, Philippines — Actress Bela Padilla has confirmed her breakup with tech CEO Martin Tan after several months of dating. Padilla announced their separation in an Instagram post on Sunday, September 27, describing…
BEIJING, China — Two giant pandas sent by China arrived in the United States on Sunday, Beijing's state media said, after a leaders' summit that was heavy on symbolism and light on major breakthroughs. The pandas'…
Armani's business and creative evolution on show in Milan a year after founder's death
MILAN — The future of Giorgio Armani ’s empire is coming into sharper focus a year after the designer’s death. On the runway in Milan, his signature elegance defined the latest collection previewed on Sunday, while…
Senate to honor SB19 for historic Lollapalooza debut
MANILA, Philippines — Filipino P-pop group SB19 will visit the Senate on Monday to receive an adopted Senate resolution recognizing their historic performance at the Lollapalooza Music Festival in Chicago, Illinois. The…
The MTV VMAs are here with Taylor Swift making history and Madonna leading the nods
NEW YORK — The 2026 MTV Video Music Awards are here and Swifties, it looks like the night is already yours. Earlier this week it was announced that Taylor Swift will receive the inaugural Artist Director Honors…
Robin Padilla, BB Gandanghari bring Rene Baterbonia’s story to big screen
MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Robin Padilla and filmmaker BB Gandanghari are teaming up with filmmakers from Mindanao for a film chronicling the life and dreams of late basketball player Rene “Bobet” Baterbonia. The…
Veterans face rising stars in fiercely contested Puregold CinePanalo acting awards
MANILA, Philippines — From acclaimed veterans to mainstream stars and fearless newcomers, some of Philippine cinema’s most exciting performers are going head-to-head for Puregold CinePanalo’s top acting prizes. There…
How Edjop’s death turned into a story of redemption
One of the most powerful stories about Edjop happened shortly after he was killed – when his death triggered the defiant rage that enabled another activist to survive
Celebs share highlights from ‘Bongga Ka, ’Day!’ gala night
It was a night of nostalgia, reunions and Manila Sound as celebrities turned out for the gala night of “Bongga Ka, ‘Day!: The Annie Batungbakal Musical” at the Newport Performing Arts Theater.
From saving her from a random “afam” at a club to becoming each other’s shoulder to cry on, Bianca De Vera and Esnyr recalled how they’ve managed to be always there for each other, deepening their friendship over the…
Why Jericho Rosales almost said no to ‘The Loyalty Game’
Jericho Rosales almost turned down his role in “The Loyalty Game: Level Up.” Not because he did not like the story, but because Ben, his deeply troubled character in the suspense thriller, was unlike the roles he had…