Philippines Entertainment News & Sports

  Ni: Dindo Balares May bad news at may good news. Unahin na agad natin ang bad news, para happier ending tayo later sa good news. Last Saturday, lima ang tumawag at nagtanong -- apat na mga kaibigan sa press at auntie ko ang isa pa. Sa unang nagtanong pa lang, muntik na akong tubuan ng nerbiyos! Parang yumanig ang Earth at bigla akong nahilo. Kung totoo raw ang information na nakarating sa editorial desk nila. Si Kris Aquino raw, dead na. Paanong 'di nenerbiyusin, ilang araw kaming 'di nagkontakan ni Krisy after ng successful surgical procedure sa kanyang blood clots. Kasi, okay naman na, unlike 'pag may emergency or critical situations na kailangang nakaantabay o nakaalalay. Halimbawa, kahit nagtatanim ako sa Bicol -- inuumpisahan kong magpalaganap regenerative farming sa aming upland community -- may mga araw na 'di puwedeng magtagal sa lugar na walang signal. Kailangang nasa tabi lang ang phone. Ayaw kong natatagalan ang reply kung may messages si Kris. Sa bagong t...

  By Eduardo Pedrosa   Culture and creativity are no longer sidelines of economic life. From K-pop to gaming and film, the Asia-Pacific’s creative industries are emerging as a trillion-dollar growth engine, and APEC is taking steps to unlock their full potential. I have not seen K-Pop Demon Hunter. My children insist it is brilliant, and Korea’s President Lee Jae-myung has praised it too, particularly the character “Duffy.” On the surface, it is another slick animated movie where protagonists fight battles through song and music. But look closer, and it tells a much bigger story.  The film is a product of regional cooperation: Korean culture and music as the soul, Japanese corporate muscle in production, Canadian and Mexican artists lending voices, Chinese and Filipino animators contributing their craft, American distribution taking it global. What emerges is not just entertainment, but a seamless web of creativity, commerce and cooperation that crosses borders with ...

  Public affairs program Cayetano in Action with Boy Abunda (CIA with BA) scored consecutive victories at the Philippine Movie Press Club (PMPC) Star Awards for Television, winning both the 37th and 38th editions of the annual event.   The 37th awards, originally for 2023, were delayed due to the pandemic and other concerns. They were finally held on August 24, 2025, months after the 38th PMPC Awards took place last March. Despite the unusual schedule, CIA with BA was named Best Public Affairs Program in both editions.  Its hosts—Senator Alan Peter Cayetano, Senator Pia Cayetano, and Boy Abunda—were also recognized as Best Public Affairs Program Hosts. The show’s recognition came shortly after its premiere in 2023. Now on its 11th season,  CIA with BA continues the legacy of the Cayetano siblings’ late father, Senator Rene Cayetano, whose program Compañero y Compañera guided Filipinos on legal concerns in the 1990s and early 2000s. In a Facebook Live, Se...

  Quezon City-  Boxing icon and former Senator Manny Pacquiao has distanced himself from imported lead-containing paints bearing his image and signature --- without his authorization --- as uncovered by the EcoWaste Coalition during its recent market investigation.  In response to the letter sent by the EcoWaste Coalition last July 31, Pacquiao through his legal counsel at Gacal Law Firm asked responsible entities to stop the use of the former lawmaker’s name, image, signature or any representation that suggests endorsement or affiliation with the non-compliant paints in question. “We appreciate your efforts in bringing to our attention the use of Senator Pacquiao’s name, image, and signature on YiAD Paint products reportedly containing lead.  Please be advised that, as of this writing, Senator Pacquiao has no knowledge of any existing contract, license, or agreement authorizing YiAD Hardware Tools Co. Ltd. or any related entity to use his identity in connection with...

Pangasinan- The Bond Experience, based in Europe, has helped more families in the Philippines, particularly in Pangasinan Province in Central Luzon. Rachel Grant, a Filipina-British actress of a classic James Bond girl, 'Die Another Day' said that they had assisted 25 families under their 'Meals of Joy' program. The Bond Experience, by David Zaritsky,   is a social media platform and lifestyle brand celebrating the world of 007 James Bond. The movie depicts an espionage character created in 1953 by British screenwriter Ian Fleming. Grant said the province of Pangasinan was selected since they were among the provinces affected by the recent typhoon 'Emong' (Co-may). “Over the summer, we’ve continued to support the special education programs on Santiago Island in the Philippines — made possible thanks to the funds raised at The Bond Experience“Gatherall”.," Grant said. "I raised $2000 in one short session signing photos and taking pictures. All money don...

  BACOLOD City-  Actors in Bacolod City recently took part in an intensive crash course on the Meisner Acting Technique. The Film Development Council of the Philippines organized the five-day training, through its FDCP Film School and Cinematheque Centre Negros, in collaboration with Meisner Studio Manila, The Negros Museum, and the Negros Cultural Foundation, Inc. Headteacher Angeli Bayani facilitated the workshop with support from apprentice teachers Elora Españo and Ross Pesigan. The program offered local talents a unique opportunity to explore the principles of modern acting through a series of dynamic lectures, hands-on exercises, and collaborative activities. The initial two days focused on a brief history of modern acting and foundational repetition exercises. Throughout the week, participants engaged in repetition exercises to build emotional awareness, improvisation drills to enhance spontaneity and authenticity, and scene work and pair acting to apply the techniques ...