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Barbie Forteza says breakup with Jak Roberto 'not as painful'

MANILA, Philippines — Barbie Forteza said that her breakup with Jak Roberto was not as painful as expected because of their healthy seven-year relationship. Barbie said in her interview with Toni Gonzaga that her transition from a long-time relationship to her current single status was smooth. “I’m happy, the transition was smooth. It wasn’t as painful as some people painted it to be. Breakups are painful, right? I don’t know why it’s not...

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Cebuana Nurse Joelle Devine Uy Crowned Miss Sudamerica Global in Peru

Another crown has been added to the Philippines’ pageant legacy as Filipino nurse Joelle Devine Uy clinched the Miss Sudamerica Global Contest 2025 title in Peru. The Cebuana beauty queen made the Filipino pageant community proud by bringing home the Miss Sudamerica crown, outshining candidates from various countries during the grand finals held in Lima […] The post Cebuana Nurse Joelle Devine Uy Crowned Miss Sudamerica Global in Peru appeared...

Mike, nakahumalingan ang pakikipag-usap sa AI | It's Showtime | Step In The Name Of Love

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Gerald Santos gives back by featuring new artists in concert

Gerald Santos, the artist, has come a long way and broadened his horizons. A marker to it is his good career run from being a balladeer to a musical theater actor. Another testament is his voice, which has become solid and resilient through time. “During ‘Pinoy Pop Superstar,’ I was only 15 at that time, and it was not that fully developed,” said Gerald, who has played and reprised the role of Thuy, the cousin of Kim and the North Vietnamese...

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Tory grandee Norman Tebbit dies aged 94

Tory former Cabinet minister Lord Norman Tebbit has died aged 94, his son said. The Conservative grandee was one of Margaret Thatcher's closest political allies and played a key role in Tory politics for a generation.

Sparkle gives Mika Salamanca, Will Ashley, Charlie Fleming, AZ Martinez a grand salubong

Mika Salamanca, Will Ashley, Charlie Fleming and AZ Martinez were showered with love and support from their Sparkle family following the conclusion of “Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition.” On Instagram, Sparkle shared some snaps from the homecoming ceremony of the Big Four Kapuso housemates on Tuesday, headed by GMA Network Senior Vice President Atty. Annette Gozon-Valdes, Sparkle’s First Vice President, Joy Marcelo, and Senior Talent...

'Eat Bulaga' hosts Maine Mendoza, Miles Ocampo interact amid rumored rift

MANILA, Philippines — "Eat Bulaga" hosts Maine Mendoza and Miles Ocampo interacted in one of the segments of the show amid a rumored feud between them. In the July 4 episode of "Eat Bulaga," Miles, together with Wally Bayola and Jose Manalo, greeted Maine on her 10th anniversary as the show's host. “Happy anniversary, ate!” Miles told Maine. “Salamat, mga friends, Kuya, Miles” Maine replied while flasing a finger heart. Rumors of their alleged...

AZ Martinez on fan ship with Ralph De Leon: 'Kinikilig ako!'

During her time as a housemate in “Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition,” AZ Martinez built a close relationship and undeniable chemistry with fellow housemate Ralph De Leon, thus the birth of the fan ship AZRalph. In an interview with GMA News Online, the fourth big placer said that she feels “kilig” watching all the fan edits of her and Ralph on social media. “Grabe 'yung ano... I tried scrolling sa TikTok po. Puno ng AZRalph, puno ng...

Famous songs inspired by books

When it comes to literary references in other works of art, some are more overt than others. It is obvious to most, for example, that Kate Bush's 'Wuthering Heights' takes its inspiration from the Emily Brontë novel of the same name. Less obvious, however, is that Katy Perry's 'Firework' has its origins in Jack Kerouac's 'On the Road.' Intrigued? Check out this gallery to find out which famous songs were inspired by literature.

Do you remember these music genres that died out?

Music history is full of interesting phenomena, including many music genres that exploded into popularity, only to die out a few years later. While many of these music genres still exist, they are nowhere near the popularity levels they reached at their peak. Some of these were once mainstream, and now are (an important) part of music history. In this gallery, we take you through a number of iconic moments in music history, and remember the rise and fall of some genres. Click on to learn more.

King and Queen welcome President Macron to Windsor

Charles and Camilla greeted the French leader and the first lady on a specially constructed Royal Dais near the town's Windsor and Eton Riverside train station.

BTS' V, Park Bo Gum, Bae Suzy hang out in Paris

Some Hallyu icons got together in Paris! V of BTS, Park Bo Gum, and Bae Suzy attended the Celine’s 2026 Spring/Summer show, and shared photos of their time together online. On Instagram, V posted a shot of the three of them looking chic while leaning against a window. Bo Gum posted selfies with V and Suzy, while Suzy posted several snaps of them together at a restaurant. V and fellow BTS member RM got discharged from their mandatory military...

Jason Isaacs slams 'racist' backlash to Snape casting

He's defending Essiedu with full force.

Pokwang calls on Fyang Smith to 'be humble,' fans defend PBB winner

MANILA, Philippines — Comedienne Pokwang and "Pinoy Big Brother: Gen 11" winner Sofia "Fyang" Smith are currently trending online following a comment from the former regarding humility. A Facebook page with the name "Circle of Stars" posted a clip of Fyang speaking at an event where she called her batch of "Pinoy Big Brother" housemates the best ever. "Alam niyo, kahit ilang batch pa 'yan, walang makakatalo sa batch namin," Fyang said. The video...

The Monster of Florence teaser trailer

Eight double murders. Seventeen years of terror. Always the same weapon: a .22 calibre Beretta. In Italy, a faceless serial killer sows panic, sparking one of the longest and most complex investigations ever.

Cinematic 8K HDR Color Explosion – ULTRA HD with Dolby Vision™ & Atmos for 4K/8K Displays

Get ready for a cinematic explosion of color and sound with this 8K HDR ULTRA HD video demo. Featuring Dolby Vision™ for stunning image detail and Dolby Atmos for room-filling audio, this showcase brings high-performance visuals and immersive sound together. Designed for both 4K and 8K TVs, it’s ideal for screen testing, home theater calibration, or enjoying cutting-edge entertainment in its full glory.

Superman reboot faces harsh criticism in early review

The new film - directed by James Gunn and starring David Corenswet as the fictional superhero, with Rachel Brosnahan as precocious reporter Lois Lane - will go on general release from July 11.

Alias Totoy didn't link any NBI agent to missing sabungero case —Santiago

National Bureau of Investigation Director Jaime Santiago on Tuesday said that Julie “Dondon” Patidongan or alias Totoy did not link any agent of the bureau to the case of the cockfight enthusiasts or sabungeros who disappeared from 2021 to 2022. “Alam ninyo, sa isang programa, ay sinabi na ni Totoy na hindi naman daw niya sinasabi na merong involvement ang NBI,” Santiago said in a press briefing. (You know, in one program, Totoy already said...

Will Ashley reacts to Dustin Yu admitting to feeling jealous of him in the past

Will Ashley has given his reaction to Dustin Yu admitting to feeling jealous of him in the past. In Will and Ralph De Leon's GMA Integrated News interview with Nelson Canlas, which aired in "24 Oras" Tuesday, the Sparkle star said he did not know about Dustin having felt jealous of him. "That, I don't know. We had a talk na parang 'yun nga po, na support ko sila, nagiging honest ako dun at sinasabi kong buo na sinusuportahan ko siya," he said....

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Grimes delivers scathing rant aimed at ex-partner Elon Musk - calling X 'a prison'

Grimes, who shares three children with Elon Musk, has returned to social media and lashed out at the platform owned by her ex-partner. The post has gone viral - amassing nearly a million views. View on euronews

Popular music's most memorable piano intros

What starts a song off best? A voice, perhaps? How about a drum beat, or guitar riff? Well, maybe it's a piano that best launches a tune. Actually, quite a few of popular music's most memorable tracks number those commencing with someone playing a piano. But what are among the most famous intros featuring a musician tickling the ivories? Click through for a collection of keynote songs you need to listen to.

Mika Salamanca, Brent Manalo exude chemistry while reenacting movie scene on TikTok

Mika Salamanca and Brent Manalo are exuding undeniable chemistry in their latest video. On TikTok, BreKa reenacted a trending scene from the film "A Very Special Love" where John Lloyd Cruz asked for coffee from his soon-to-be editorial assistant, Sarah Geronimo. As of writing, Mika's TikTok video has over 6.9 million views and over 1.1 million reactions. On Monday's episode of "Fast Talk with Boy Abunda," BreKa gave a subtle answer about...

Superman director responds to 'immigrant' criticism

Gunn's comments have ruffled MAGA supporters' feathers.

Things action movies get completely wrong

It is true that many ridiculous things only happen in Hollywood films, and action movies are no different. Sure, we take everything with a pinch of salt, but some clichés are repeated so often that we end up believing they're real. Take blowing up a car by shooting at it, for instance. Click through the following gallery and check out the things action movies get completely wrong.

Will Ashley starts taping for 'Bar Boys: After School'

Fresh from "Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition," Will Ashley is now filming "Bar Boys: After School!" On X, one-half of the 2nd Big Placer duo shared a still of one of his first scenes with Therese Malvar in the upcoming film. "So happy to be back on set!" Will wrote in the caption. Will auditioned for the role of Arvin two weeks before entering the "PBB" as a housemate. His character, Arvin, is described as a working student who...

5 reasons why Smurfs is the film of the summer

Code blue: everyone’s favourite little creatures are about to take over the big screen, so get ready to ‘Smurf’ your pants. While you may be tempted by an escape to the sun this summer, you’re guaranteed to have a better time packing a suitcase for Smurf Village! Smurfs is the live-action animated musical fantasy comedy film of the season, and not ...

Movies and shows that predicted the future

In the world of fiction, anything is possible. Yet there are some movie/show plots and storylines that include creative and seemingly foreshadowing details that later end up becoming startlingly true. Click through this gallery and take a look back at series and films that look forward to predicting world events, new technology, and social and cultural change.

7 of the highest-rated films in Prime Day deal

From Oscar winners to indie hidden gems - you won't be short of choice with this Prime Day offer.

Black Sabbath's monumental final gig disappointed me

Only two women took to the stage all day.

AZ Martinez, Ralph De Leon send kilig vibes in first selfies together after PBB stint

AZ Martinez and Ralph De Leon sent major kilig vibes with their first selfie together from the outside world! On social media, Sparkle shared snaps of the PBB housemates taken on the set of “24 Oras.” In the photos, the AZ and Ralph were all smiles, with AZ leaning on Ralph’s shoulders “POV: Tatlo na tayo nakangiti ngayon. Hello, AzRalph,” the caption read. Meanwhile, fans in the comment section can’t help but gush over their selfies together....

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Will Ashley, Bianca De Vera lip-sync 'Ikaw, Ikaw, Ikaw,' a song inspired by WillCa, on TikTok

Will Ashley and Bianca De Vera just did a TikTok video using "Ikaw, Ikaw, Ikaw," a song written by Eliza Maturan with their WillCa ship in mind! Posted by Michael Sager on his account, the video first showed Michael with his duo Emilio Daez. They stepped aside to reveal Will, who also stepped aside to reveal Bianca behind him. They were all lip-syncing to the song, and before the video ended, MiLi adorably gushed with playful and teasing kilig...

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Beatles night for Nitoy

Recent years have not been kind to musicians, particularly guitarists who have passed on one after another since the pandemic: Wally Gonzales, Noli Aurillo, Jun Lopito, Rolly Maligad, not to mention drummer Chong Tengansantos, singer Hajji Alejandro, and the songwriters Heber Bartolome and Freddie Aguilar. They join a pantheon of greats up in the sky or wherever Elysian fields your faith believes takes them, singing their last notes that...

Musicians who've been in multiple successful bands

Musical success doesn't come easy. Thousands of groups form and disband every year, and only a few manage to find some degree of success. Some musicians, however, are lucky enough not only to be successful with one act, but also to make it with other bands. Yes—there are some singers, guitarists, bass players, and drummers who really shine in every band they join. In this gallery, we bring you a list of the world's most accomplished musicians who found success with multiple bands.

Pawssion Project to hold ‘Superman’ screening on July 12

Anticipation is through the roof for James Gunn’s “Superman.” But beyond the new-look Man of Steel and the fresh coat of paint thrown on the revitalized DC Cinematic Universe, Krypto’s live-action cinematic debut is yet another thing viewers are watching out for. For Pawssion Project, however, while any onscreen dog is worth applauding, we should also be able to show up and be heroes for our non-powered doggo friends. This July 12 at Greenbelt...

Singing in My Sleep official trailer

As the 20th anniversary of her late father's landmark album nears, a gifted teen songwriter must confront his absence and decide if she's ready to step out of his shadow and into a spotlight of her own.

Ralph De Leon to Will Ashley after PBB journey: 'I know bigger stages are waiting for us'

Ralph De Leon has nothing but gratitude for his final duo Will Ashley after his stint in "Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition." In a lengthy Instagram post, Ang Dutiful Judo-son ng Cavite shared some snaps of himself with Will during the Big Night, along with a heartfelt appreciation message for the Sparkle star. The Kapamilya star expressed how proud he is of Will, whom he fondly referred to as both a "brother" and a "friend," and...

Ben&Ben resumes album tour, announces new show schedules

Ben&Ben is carrying on with the Philippine leg of its “The Traveller Across Dimensions” album tour in August after it was put off due to the health condition of the band’s drummer, Jam Villanueva. Ben&Ben is also made up of Paolo and Miguel Benjamin Guico (lead vocals and acoustic guitars), Poch Barretto (electric guitar), Keifer Cabugao (violin), Patricia Lasaten (keyboards), Toni Muñoz (percussion), Andrew de Pano (percussion) and Agnes Reoma...

SB19 dances ‘Dungka!’ with Rico Blanco in new dance video

Rico Blanco just showed off his dancing skills in a new dance video with SB19! On Facebook, the P-pop Kings shared a 35-second clip of themselves with the OPM icon dancing to their song “Dungka.” “Uy si bespren korics pala ‘to,” SB19 wrote in their caption. As of writing, the video has clocked in over 6.4 million views and 200,000 reactions on the platform, with some comments praising Rico’s dance moves. “Ang sleek ng moves, lumalaban! The Gen X...

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Is Will Ashley open to a reunion project with Bianca De Vera? Sparkle actor answers

Before becoming the WillCa love team fans know today, Will Ashley and Bianca De Vera first worked together in the GMA Network and ABS-CBN collaboration series "Unbreak My Heart" in 2023. Two years later, the pair reconnected as housemates in "Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition." Now that they are back in the outside world, is Will open to a reunion project with the Kapamilya star? In an interview with GMA News Online, the Sparkle star...

Billy Slater reveals how family tragedy prepared him to help Origin star through loss of his dad

If there's anyone who understands what Cameron Munster has gone through in the lead-up to the State of Origin decider, it's Queensland coach Billy Slater.

Seventeen's Hoshi and Woozi to enlist in military in September

Seventeen’s Hoshi and Woozi are set to start their mandatory military service in September, Pledis Entertainment announced on Tuesday. According to a post on the group’s Weverse page, Woozi will enlist on September 15, an Hoshi on the 16th. “They are scheduled to participate in the “HOSHI X WOOZI FAN CONCERT [WARNING]” and the SEVENTEEN 5th Studio Album Yizhiyu video call fan signing as their last official activities before enlistment,” Pledis...

The Velvet Sundown explained: What’s behind the Spotify-verified AI band controversy?

Explaining the controversy surrounding The Velvet Sundown - the rock band that lied about being generated by artificial intelligence. How has this empty 'provocation' highlighted Spotify’s alleged dubious practices – chiefly, avoiding paying royalties - and confirmed fears about generative AI? View on euronews

The most iconic album covers of all time

Album covers are what you see when you rest your eyes on the physical product. It should be enticing, and it should be representative of the artist and album. And it seems like somewhere in the 1960s it became a very big thing, such was the case for the album artwork we saw from Pink Floyd, the Beatles, and others. This was back when physical music sold, of course. In many cases, some of the biggest names in the art world were commissioned to work on album covers. To discover some of the most iconic album covers around, and a little bit about how they came about, click through this gallery.