Philippine News

December 3 ------ The Philippines had twice as much reason to celebrate as two Filipino queens returned home to cheers from their countrymen. Miss Universe 2025 third runner-up Ahtisa Manalo and Face of Beauty International 2025 winner Nikki Buenafe Cheveh both received warm welcomes in separate events that excited pageant fans and onlookers alike. Ahtisa kicked off the day with a grand homecoming parade that made its first major stop at the Manila City Hall, where Mayor Isko

December 3 ------ Several programs and personalities of GMA Network earned recognition at the Anak TV Seal Awards 2025. According to Bernadette Reyes' report on "24 Oras" on Tuesday, GMA Network's flagship newscast "24 Oras," as well as "24 Oras Weekend" and "Unang Hirit," were among the programs that received Anak TV Seal Awards. "In the age of misinformation and disinformation, it is all the more incumbent upon the media to create content that is truthful, factual, relevant

December 3 ------ As 2025 unfolds, Kapuso star Julie Anne San Jose is set to navigate a whirlwind of projects and engagements, filling her calendar to the brim. But the excitement doesn't end there; 2026 promises to be even more packed with opportunities, suggesting a dazzling future for this talented artist. "I have All-Out Sundays and The Voice Kids—so medyo busy po ako. But I am even busier promoting my songs and then writing. In the first quarter of 2026, I will be in Dub

WASHINGTON, United States, December 3 ------ Streaming giant Netflix has made a mostly cash offer to buy TV and film group Warner Bros Discovery as the storied yet debt-laden Hollywood studio presses on with a sale that could remake the US media landscape, a report said. According to Bloomberg, Netflix joined Paramount Skydance and Comcast, the owner of NBCUniversal, in a second round of an auction that was being negotiated throughout the US Thanksgiving holiday. The parent c

MANILA, Philippines, December 2 ------ Two years after the death of his brother JM, Elijah Canlas and his family continue to grapple with their loss. Elijah shared in an interview during the presscon for “Salvageland” how his craft has aided him in dealing with grief and anxiety. Aside from movies, he is also pursuing music and theater. “I like being busy. It keeps me not really distracted, but when I’m busy, I think less about the grief or whatever anxieties I have. When I’m

December 2 ------ John Paulo Nase — best known as SB19’s Pablo — has been named as one of the top composers of the year by the Filipino Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers Inc. (FILSCAP). Pablo, along with Jim Paredes, Lito Camo, Rico Blanco and Vehnee Saturno, was recognized by FILSCAP at its thanksgiving party in November, with the awardees’ names revealed on its Facebook page days later. The non-profit organization also honored ABS-CBN Film Productions Inc. (Star

MANILA, December 2 ------ "Star for All Seasons" Vilma Santos-Recto added another milestone to her illustrious career as she clinched the Best Actress trophy at the 41st PMPC Star Awards for Movies. She received her 10th Best Actress award from the body for the movie "Uninvited." In her acceptance, the veteran actress expressed how deeply meaningful the recognition remains to her even after decades in the industry. “Definitely, I feel so, so happy. Every time nabibigyan ka ng

December 2 ------ BINI - composed of Jhoanna, Aiah, Colet, Maloi, Gwen, Stacey, Mikha and Sheena — continues their dominance as a P-pop powerhouse after bagging the trophy for Best Female Group at the 2025 iteration of the Jupiter Music Awards. While BINI’s distinction was recognized in September yet, the trophy for the Best Female Group award was presented to the group only on Saturday, Nov. 29, at the Emtek Studio City in Jakarta, Indonesia. The female octet, however, was n

December 1 ------ The Philippines pulled off another back-to-back, this time in the 2025 Face of Beauty International pageant in Taiwan on Sunday evening, Nov. 30, with the coronation of Nikki Buenafe Cheveh. The Iranian-Filipino beauty from Pangasinan bested 32 other aspirants for the title in the competition held in Taichung to inherit the crown from Jeanne Isabelle Bilasano. Taiwan has proven to be a lucky destination for the Philippines, as Bilasano also posted the countr

December 1 ------ SB19 - consisting of Pablo, Josh, Stell, Ken, and Justin — emerged as the biggest winner of the 10th P-pop Music Awards after sweeping its major categories, including Artist of the Year, Song of the Year, Album of the Year, and Music Video of the Year. Held at the Manila Metropolitan Theater on Saturday, Nov. 29, the awards ceremony is a celebration of the rise of the P-pop industry and the artists that contribute to its growth. Among the artists who graced

December 1 ------ Catriona Gray delivered a powerful speech at the anti-corruption protest on Sunday, November 30 at the People Power Monument in Quezon City. In her address, the former Miss Universe emphasized how corruption has deeply affected the everyday lives of Filipinos. "Today, we stand here as Filipinos who are tired. Tired of watching corruption steal food from our tables, steal medicines from our hospitals, classrooms from our children, and safety from our communit

December 1 ------ While Judy Ann Santos has made a name for herself as a chef, she believes cooking is a form of “survival skill,” instead of it being a mere household chore, hobby, or a way to earn money. “I really want to put up my own cooking school to teach kids someday,” she said at a Kyowa launch event in Quezon City, where she was revealed as the brand ambassador. “Probably, this is for new moms or college students who enjoy watching Judy Ann’s Kitchen. I want to teac

November 30 ------ Catriona Gray ushered in the holidays with “sad girl” vibes as she released her newest track, “Every Christmas.” The beauty queen-singer released the song as well as its official music video. “Lights just don’t glow like they used to / All is the same except for me and you / Could feel it getting colder since summer or fall / Didn’t think that we would lose it all,” the song begins. “Smiling ’cause that’s what I’m used to / Hiding the cracks when they start

November 30 ------ For Sue Ramirez, the timing could not have hit harder. Six years after her run as a GSM Blue ambassador, she now takes on a larger role as the face of all Ginebra brands, officially launched as the 2026 Ginebra San Miguel Calendar Girl. During her official launch on Wednesday, Ramirez said the news overwhelmed her. “When I received the wonderful news, I cried tears of pure joy. I honestly didn’t expect to come back or get this chance again. It was something

MANILA, Philippines, November 29 ------ A revolutionary history that is both feminine and feminized is at the core of Lakambini: Gregoria de Jesus, a full-length feature co-directed by Arjanmar Rebeta and Jeffrey Jeturian, which screened earlier this month in local theaters and recently at the 2025 QCinema International Film Festival. The story of Ka Oryang, as she’s commonly known, has already been translated on stage this year: first as a period romance drama in Boni Ilagan

November 29 ------ Rufa Mae Quinto is set to spend her Christmas in the Philippines for the first time in 10 years following the absence of her husband, Trevor Magallanes, who died last July. Quinto told select members of the press at her latest brand endorsement on Wednesday, Nov. 26, that she and her daughter, Athena, will be spending their holidays in the country after years of spending them abroad. “Dito muna sa Pinas. For 10 years, first time. Anak ko, first time niya at

TOKYO, Japan, November 28 ------ The Philippines’ Myrna Esguerra ended her Miss International 2025 journey with a fourth runner-up finish, while Catalina Duque of Colombia is crowned Miss International 2025. The 63rd Miss International pageant has concluded with the coronation of Duque as the new queen, besting 79 other aspirants in ceremonies held at the Yoyogi National Stadium 2nd Gymnasium here on Thursday evening, Nov. 27. Duque inherited the title from last year’s winner

November 28 ------ Joaquin Arce opened up about being deaf in one ear, saying it made him unique and that he considers it his “superpower” growing up. Joaquin then spoke about his condition as he stated how the story Masa shared about a disability tug at the former’s heartstrings. “Masaya po ako na pinili niya akong maging part ng kwento niya. I really feel for him,” Joaquin said. “Pinanganak po akong bingi sa kanang tainga. Never ko po naranasan na may dalawa akong tainga na

MANILA, Philippines, November 28 ------ Longtime celebrity couple Loisa Andalio and Ronnie Alonte caught fans by surprise after revealing they quietly exchanged vows just days after announcing their engagement. The LoiNie loveteam shared that they exchanged vows in a private ceremony attended only by their closest family and friends. The announcement came through Alonte’s Instagram post, where he shared a set of photos from the intimate wedding. He captioned the carousel with

November 28 ------ Pop-rock singer/composer Miguel Escueta breaks his self-imposed musical hiatus with the release of two singles, “Summer Dream” and “Pangako ng Bukas.” Now a fledgling entrepreneur and a proud dad, Escueta was in his early 20s when he first burst into the then flourishing alternative rock scene in 2007. Some of his singles include “Falling Away” (2007), “Isipin” (2007), “Handa” (2008), “Blue Monday” (2008), “Only Hope” (2009), “Sleeping While The World’s Awa