ITV confirms 2025's Britain's Got Talent live final will be longer than most movies

All the details about the final showdown have been confirmed.

‘Totoy Bato’ marks Bea Binene’s comeback series

Bea Binene has returned to teleserye acting through TV5’s new series “Totoy Bato.” It’s her first drama on the Kapatid Network and under her current talent management team, Viva Artists Agency. She portrays the role of Emerald Espejo, Totoy’s childhood friend who secretly lives a double life as an agent. The action-drama series, topbilled by Kiko Estrada as the titular character, is directed by Albert Langitan, who also helmed TV5’s “Lumuhod Ka...

Supergrass’s Roundhouse show was a glorious start to Britpop Summer

Performing their debut album 'I Should Coco' for their 30th anniversary tour, they recaptured youthful hi-jinks for the middle aged

A timeline of royals in exile

Harry and Meghan's move to America and their desire to distance themselves from the British royal family has been dubbed "Megxile" by the tabloid press. But theirs is by no means a unique story. Over the centuries, kings, queens, emperors, and numerous other royals around the world have ended up in exile, either by choice, through force, or as a result of abdication. Click through and take a look at the monarchs who took off.

From the kitchen to online: Chef Tatung Sarthou on giving voices to ‘disenfranchised’

MANILA, Philippines — Chef Myke “Tatung” Sarthou has gone beyond kitchen duties as he finds himself leading a multi-platform community covering various topics in his quest to “democratize the space.” The chef has been steadily creating cooking videos on YouTube via his Simpol channel, empowering home cooks, kitchen novice and overseas Filipino workers who miss cooking their beloved Sinigang and other Filipino food abroad to take up the ladle and...

Jillian Ward on her status with Raheel Bhyria: 'We are very good friends'

Jillian Ward has shed light on her status with her "Mga Batang Riles" co-star Raheel Bhyria, sharing that they are "very good friends." In Lhar Santiago's report in "24 Oras" Thursday, the Sparkle star said that she is aware of the fans who ship them together. "Oo nga po, nakikita ko 'yung mga edits nila sa TikTok and syempre happy rin po kaming dalawa kasi 'yun nga nagsama kami ulit after 'Abot-Kamay na Pangarap' and feeling ko mas close kami...

Dolby Vision™ 4K HDR Nature Film | Stunning Earth Scenes in Cinematic Detail

Discover the true brilliance of Dolby Vision™ with this immersive 4K HDR travel film, captured at 60FPS for smooth, lifelike motion. Explore the planet’s most breathtaking landscapes—from towering mountains and tranquil lakes to sunlit coastlines and lush green forests—all presented in exceptional sharpness and vibrant color. Perfect for OLED screen demos, relaxation sessions, or ambient background visuals, this film combines cinematic nature footage with soothing music to create a peaceful and visually stunning viewing experience.

Deemed "too intense", this film created unease from the moment it was screened at Cannes

It was to be expected: Julia Ducournau's return to the Cannes Film Festival would not go unnoticed. Four years after "Titane," winner of the Palme d'Or in 2021, the French director presented "Alpha," her new feature film in the official competition, on May 19. An intense, organic film, which provoked a record-breaking standing ovation... […]

‘Lilo & Stitch’ (2025) Review: A Nostalgic Reimagining with Heart, Humor, and a Few Bumps Along the Way

Disney’s ‘Lilo & Stitch’ (2025) is a lovingly crafted live-action remake that reintroduces a beloved story with a refreshing blend of emotional weight and cultural depth—though not without its stumbles. Watched at SM Cinema in Mall of Asia, Pasay CIty ahead of its Philippine release, the film plays like both a love letter to fans

The most iconic samples in popular music

Artists of all mediums love to pay homage to their fellow creators, and tip their hats in respect to those who came before them. In the music world, sampling has become a more and more popular way to share and borrow ideas. Some of the most recognizable lyrics, melodies, and hooks that many people hold dear are actually taken from little-known or forgotten songs of the past, and are being given a second chance to be appreciated by the musicians and producers that rediscover them. Curious to discover some of the most iconic examples? Then click on!

Streisand and McCartney reimagine My Valentine

It was a dream I didn’t think of. It seemed impossible. But which turned out to be wonderfully amazing when it did come true. I mean, Barbra Streisand and Paul McCartney singing together. Who would have thought that possible? The duet is My Valentine, which is the second single release from her upcoming album “The Secret of Life: Partners Volume Two.” The first single was a gorgeous The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face, where Streisand duets with...

The greatest supergroups of all time

Supergroups are like matches made in musical heaven. Indeed, some of these bands managed to make great music, but sadly most of them didn't last long. Musical talent abounds in supergroups, but so do big personalities that sometimes clash with each other. Still, some of the world's greatest musicians collaborated to create music that many of us love. In this gallery, we compile a list of the best supergroups of all time. Click on to get to know them.

Gael Garcia Bernal retells Philippine history in new Lav Diaz film

Cannes, France — Mexican actor Gael Garcia Bernal stars in a new film which re-examines the discovery of the Philippines by European explorers and questions the existence of a national resistance hero. "Magellan," which premiered at the Cannes film festival on Sunday, is the latest feature from Filipino director Lav Diaz, who acknowledges he is tackling sensitive issues. The film takes its title from Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan,...

From birthday to breakthrough

There's something to be said about celebrating milestones on your birthday, and for actress and producer Sylvia Sanchez-Atayde, there's no greater gift than seeing her homegrown company, Nathan Studios, grace the red carpet of the Cannes Film Festival — for the third year in a row, no less. This time, the occasion was even more monumental. Nathan Studios was among the international collaborators in attendance behind the Japanese art film...

TITAN: The OceanGate Disaster official trailer

The Titan submersible's ill-fated journey to the ruins of the Titanic dominated headlines in June 2023, yet the shocking decisions that led to the disaster have 'never been revealed like this before'.

US music agent among victims in San Diego plane crash

Music agency says co-founder and three employees among those killed after private jet crashed into a home during foggy weather

The best comedic performances from dramatic actors

So many actors have defined their careers by absolutely nailing a particular type of character. Most have an area of expertise that leads to them being typecast in gangster movies, or rom-coms, or some other genre. It's pretty standard, but there are a few greats who can do it all! It's one thing for a comedy actor to try their hand at a dramatic role, but for a dramatic actor to attempt comedy seems like a much bigger risk. In the cases of these artists, they took the risk, and it really paid off. Click through this gallery to see which serious dramatic actors pulled amazing comedy performances out of the bag.

Eurovision winner JJ leads calls for Israel to be banned from song contest

He is 'disappointed' that Israel is still participating.

Kristel Fulgar, husband Suhyuk Ha go to Italy for honeymoon

Kristel Fulgar and her South Korean husband Suhyuk Ha jetted off to Italy for their honeymoon! On Instagram, the Filipina actress and content creator shared some snaps from their trip in Venice. As seen in the photos, the newlyweds enjoyed a gondola ride in the Grand Canal, and enjoyed some gelato and salad. “Ten years ago, I promised myself I’d only return to this romantic place with my future husband. And now, I’m back, Venezia,” Kristel...

How the cast of Sirens brought their own experience with dementia to Netflix show

Bill Camp, Glenn Howerton, and Felix Solis all felt they could bring an 'honest' representation of early-onset dementia to the series.

GMA Network brings home 3 World Medals at the 2025 New York Festivals TV Film Awards

Broadcast giant GMA Network reaffirmed its global excellence in producing world-class content that resonates with international audiences, bringing home 3 World Medals for the Philippines at the 2025 New York Festivals TV & Film (NYF) Awards-including another prestigious Gold medal for “The Atom Araullo Specials (TAAS).”

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Charlie Fleming, Ralph De Leon communicate with 'PBB' housemates through Brent Manalo, Vince Maristela

Charlie Fleming and Ralph De Leon had the chance to communicate with the "Pinoy Big Brother" housemates through Brent Manalo and Vince Maristela who acted as their avatars. In "Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition" Thursday, Kuya told the week's task leaders, Will Ashley and River Joseph, to choose two male housemates who will serve as Charlie's and Ralph's avatars to give the other housemates a chance to communicate with them. This,...

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Museums dedicated to musicians that are worth a visit

Some music artists have made such important contributions to music that they have museums honoring their lives and careers. While many are tribute museums to music artists who are no longer with us, there are also a number of museums dedicated to living musicians. In this gallery, we list a number of music museums that are worth a visit. Click on and start planning your trip today!

Scarlett Johansson centers Cannes directorial debut on forgiveness

Johansson felt drawn to ‘little gem’ of a script ‘Eleanor the Great’ stars 95-year-old June Squibb Film competes in ‘Un Certain Regard’ category at Cannes CANNES, France — Award-winning actor Scarlett Johansson’s directorial debut at the Cannes Film Festival is a story she hopes will challenge audiences to reconsider their perspectives on forgiveness and empathy, she told Reuters on […]

Josh Ford calls Kira Balinger his ‘safe space’

For Josh Ford, Kira Balinger is his safe space. In a clip posted by GMA Network on TikTok, the former “Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition” housemate talked about his bond with Kira while inside Bahay ni Kuya. “Na-surprise ako paglabas ang daming tumatawag sa akin na teddy bear. ‘Yun daw po ‘yung tawag [ni Kira] sa akin,” Josh shared. As Kira referred to him as a teddy bear, Josh said he considers the Kapamilya star his space in the PBB...

Beloved Cheers and Space Jam actor dies aged 86

BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend 2025: Line-up, set times and how to watch and listen at home

Radio 1's Big Weekend will kick off the summer festival season this bank holiday weekend from Liverpool

Tom Segura at JFL in 2015.10 years later, he’s back at #JFLMontreal headlining our outdoor stage!

GMA sues TV production firm for misappropriating funds

(UPDATE) GMA Network has filed a case of estafa with abuse of confidence against the executives of Television and Production Exponents Inc. (TAPE) for the alleged misappropriation of P37.94 million in advertising revenues. In a statement released on Thursday, GMA said the case was filed before the Quezon City prosecutor's office. Named respondents were former TAPE president and CEO Romeo Jalosjos Jr.; Chairman Romeo Jalosjos Sr.; Treasurer Seth...

Gabbi Garcia renews contract with GMA Network

Gabbi Garcia remains a Kapuso as she renewed her ties with GMA Network on Friday. The contract signing, held at the GMA Network Center, was attended by GMA Network President and Chief Executive Officer Gilberto Duavit Jr.; Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Felipe S. Yalong; GMA Network Senior Vice President for Programming, Talent Management, Worldwide and Support Group and President of GMA Films Atty. Annette Gozon-Valdes;...

Miguel Tanfelix to star in Zephanie’s MV for ‘Kunwari Lang’

Kidlat-Mutya shippers, scream! Zephanie will be releasing the music video of her new song, "Kunwari Lang," soon and it will feature her fellow “Mga Batang Riles” star Miguel Tanfelix! On Instagram, Sparkle shared some snaps of Miguel and Zephanie from the set of the music video. In the photos, Miguel and Zephanie can be seen all sweet and lovey-dovey. “Something special is coming…” the caption read. The MV will be released on May 24 at 6 p.m. on...

Things you didn't know about Doyle's 'Sherlock Holmes'

In 1887, Scottish author Sir Arthur Conan Doyle created one of the most famous fictional detectives in the world: Sherlock Holmes. Originally envisaged by Doyle as a one-off, Holmes quickly became one of the most important literary characters of all time. Armed with extraordinary powers of acute deduction and observation to solve crime, the super sleuth with a penchant for pipes and deerstalker caps captured the imagination of the public around the world. But Doyle was dismissive of his music-loving gumshoe, his mind instead engaged in law and medicine. In fact, the author even tried to kill off his private investigator a few years later! So, what prompted Conan Doyle to put pen to paper, and who was the inspiration behind Sherlock Holmes? Click through for clues and a history of the mystery.

Alden Richards reveals to have suffered 'depression at its finest'

MANILA, Philippines — Kapuso star Alden Richards revealed that 2024 was the hardest year for him. In his interview with "24 Oras," Alden opened up about his depression. "I think last year was my lowest year. Rock bottom. It took me six months to get over that. That was — hindi naman siya clinically diagnosed, but that was depression at its finest. That was depression,” Alden said. "Inuuna ko muna lahat ng tao bago sarili ko. But last year, medyo...

The best dance songs of all time

If you think of a good dance song, it probably got you moving in all kinds of places, from your kitchen to the clubs. And while you can dance to literally anything, there are some songs that are true dance classics. From timeless disco tunes to modern electric pop, these hits got everyone moving in an explosion of joyful, fevered dancing If you want to create the ultimate party playlist, be sure to include the bangers in the following gallery. Going back nearly 50 years and also including hits of today, you're guaranteed to get everyone in the mood. Just press play and dance the night away!

UAAP: Ytang, Monares, Jaboneta returning to UP for Season 88

MANILA, Philippines — Niña Ytang, Joan Monares, and Irah Jaboneta are running it back for the University of the Philippines one last time in UAAP Season 88. After emerging as the leaders of the Fighting Maroons, who finished with a 6-8 record in fifth place, the senior troika has decided not to turn pro yet and will use their final year of eligibility in 2026. “It’s a really big deal that the three of them are coming back because we want our...

WATCH: Netflix drops trailer for documentary on Titan submersible implosion

Netflix is set to release a documentary about the Titan submersible, the vessel meant to explore the wreckage of the ill-fated cruise ship Titanic but imploded and killed all five people on board in June 2023. On May 22, the streaming giant dropped the trailer for Titan: The OceanGate Disaster, which premieres on June 11. In the description, the do...

Private Eye cartoonist Barry Fantoni who was the voice of magazine's 'poet' E J Thribb dies aged 85

The artist, who was also a jazz musician, designer, author and broadcaster, passed away on Tuesday at his home in Turin, Italy.

Actors who got into directing

Many actors say they couldn't imagine doing anything else for a job. However, with successful acting often comes fame and wealth, and with it the ability to try out some interesting new ideas. For these celebrities, that meant taking a seat in the director's chair. Some of these actors have only directed once, others a handful of times. But there are a few actors and actresses that have become downright comfortable in the role. Click through this gallery to find out which actors have directed films as well. Some may surprise you!

Gal Gadot resumes filming her new movie in London after pro-Palestinian activists shut down the set

Activists disrupted filming on Sunday morning as chants of 'Gal Gadot not welcome here' and 'Gal Gadot you can't hide' were heard as the actress filmed in the streets of London.

Couple, son killed with sledgehammers in Bukidnon carnage

Content warning: Graphic violence COTABATO CITY — Two men killed using sledgehammers a couple and their adolescent son in an attack in their home in Barangay Managok in Malaybalay City in Bukidnon province on Wednesday night, May 21. Local officials and investigators from the Malaybalay City Police Station told reporters on Thursday, May 22, that the incident left Jovany Andohon, 50, his 48-year-old wife Evangeline, and their son, Ivan, a high...

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Cover songs more popular than the original

There are a number of iconic songs that almost become signature songs for particular legendary artists such as Whitney Houston's 'I Will Always Love You,' or Cyndi Lauper's 'Girls Just Want to Have Fun.' But what if we told you that the popular songs performed by these famous artists did not actually belong to them originally? Yes, in fact, they are covers songs! Click through this gallery and find out which other classic songs you might be surprised to learn are actually remakes!

These are probably the worst Netflix movies ever

Manila is featured in new season of ‘Somebody Feed Phil’

“Somebody Feed Phil” just confirmed it is all set to feature the Philippines’ yummy delicacies in the upcoming season. Host Phil Rosenthal announced the news on social media with a poster of the series, and said “We’re taking you to: Amsterdam, San Sebastián/Basque Country, Boston, Tbilisi, Sydney/Adelaide, Las Vegas, Manila, Guatemala.” Fans in the comments section could not hide their excitement, with Gabbi Garcia commenting, “omg MANILA?!?!”...

The Music of Harry Potter and LOTR Concerts Are Now Cancelled

Don't worry, there are other shows of the same kind lined up.

Third Atin Ito civilian mission to feature musical concert in WPS

The third Atin Ito civilian mission in the West Philippine Sea will feature a musical concert on board a ship by Filipino and other Asian artists near PAGASA Island, according to Atin Ito convenor Rafaela David. The civilian mission, which is set from May 26 to 30, will also kick off with a sunset musical event at the jump-off point in El Nido, Palawan. Among the performers expected to participate in the third Atin Ito civilian mission are Ebe...

Krishnah Gravidez pushes for safe spaces in Miss World 2025 Head-to-Head prelims

Krishnah Gravidez used her platform during the Miss World 2025 Head-to-Head challenge to speak about safe spaces and its importance for children. During her speech on Wednesday, May 21, the Philippine bet recounted her roots and reflected on how her family members influenced her perspective in life and form of self-expression. “Beyond the crown, I am a breadwinner. I am the eldest daughter in the family, and I am a proud fur mom,” she said. “I...

The greatest 'Best Of' albums of all time

Yes, many music die-hard fans have their favorite artist's entire discography, but sometimes all we want is to listen to their biggest hits—enter the 'Best Of' album. There are numerous 'Greatest Hits' compilations out there, but only a few truly deserve to be listened to. Some of these contain previously unreleased songs and other rarities that fans will love, and others are simply great compilations of hits that can work as an introduction to new fans or the perfect playlist for old-school fans. In this gallery, you will find some of the greatest 'Best Of' albums of all time. Click on and discover if your favorite made the list.