Philippines Entertainment News & Sports

  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 ...

  Tagbilaran City- AirAsia Philippines further cemented its presence in Central Visayas as it successfully staged the third leg of its LFG! Let’s Fly & Go Fiesta Series during the vibrant Sandugo Festival in Bohol bringing together thousands of Gen Z travelers through a celebration of local culture and music. The event drew over 50,000 concertgoers and 300,000 online views, with the majority being young travelers who gathered at Bantawan in the Old Tagbilaran Airport. Guests who presented their AirAsia boarding passes were granted exclusive fast-lane access to the concert grounds, which featured headline performances by rising OPM artists Cup of Joe, known for their hit “Multo,”and Earl Agustin, who serenaded the crowd with “Tibok”, last August 8. “AirAsia is deeply committed to enriching stakeholders’ experiences while promoting cultural diversity. Through music and festivities, communities unite and celebrate meaningful causes such as preserving history for future generations...

  Santiago Island, Pangasinan  Santiago Island, Pangasinan – The Bond Experience,  by David Zaritsky,   a social media platform and lifestyle brand celebrating the world of James Bond. has made its way to Pangasinan to help the children. Rachel Grant, a James Bond girl in the 2002 movie “Die Another Day,” which starred British actor Pierce Brosnan and Hollywood actress Halle Berry, said that the Bond Experience held a fundraising event last August, dubbed “Gatherall.” “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” last August. (Donations went through Padua Charitable Fund) ,” Grant said in her Facebook post. “We supported Brigada Eskwela (School Brigade) through a reward-based summer reading program to encourage learners to read and participate. McDonald’s and snacks were provided, and each child received a new sc...

  General Santos City - This city is once again to become a breeding ground for young athletic talent as it hosts the 2025 Batang Pinoy National Championships from October 25 to 31, 2025. Around 15,000 participants from across the country are expected to take part in this prestigious grassroots sporting event — all with the hopes of becoming the next champion like GenSan's hometown hero, Manny ‘Pacman’ Pacquiao. During the signing of Memorandum of Agreement, the PSC and the GenSan local government vowed to give a remarkable experience for all aspiring national athletes, ensuring that all essential aspects including competition venues, athlete billeting centers, comprehensive security plans, and medical services will be in place and ready. This initiative supports President Ferdinand ‘Bongbong’ Marcos Jr.’s call for stronger grassroots sports programs, which he emphasized during his recent State of the Nation Address (SONA). Batang Pinoy, alongside Palarong Pambansa, is part of th...

  Kalibo, Aklan – In the heart of the Ati-Atihan capital, where the beat of the drums meets the whisper of ancient stories, ten short films crafted by the hands and hearts of Aklanon filmmakers are ready to step into the light. On 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱, the 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝘇𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 will transform into a temple of cinema for the 𝗦𝗮𝗿𝗼́ 𝗸 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗙𝗶𝗹𝗺 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱, a celebration of homegrown artistry that bridges memory and modernity, tradition and innovation. At 5:00 PM, audiences will enter worlds built from Aklan’s soil, seas, and soul as the official film screenings begin. By 7:00 PM, the red carpet will unfurl and under the soft glow of stage lights, the year’s finest storytellers will be honored. Beyond the venue, the air will be rich with the aromas of the 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗕𝗮𝘇𝗮𝗮𝗿, a gathering that nourishes not only the body but the movement for regional cinema, powered by 𝗔𝗸𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗺𝗮, the organic collecti...

  Quezon City.  In a bid to prevent further distribution of paints with high lead content in stores nationwide, the toxics watchdog group EcoWaste Coalition urged the “people’s champ” and former Senator Manny Pacquiao to dissociate himself from a China-made lead-containing paint brand with his image and signature on the label. In an urgent e-mail sent last week, the group notified Pacquiao that it has purchased and analyzed assorted colors of YiAD Paint depicting him as its “celebrity endorser.” He is shown on the front label wearing boxing gloves and a jacket with the YiAD logo and with his signature superimposed. The products were manufactured in May 2025 and are sold from P95 to P99.75 per450 mL can in chain stores offering low-priced goods. “In the interest of upholding the country’s lead paint ban and the right of consumers to be protected against lead-containing paints that are hazardous to their health and life, we respectfully request you to dissociate yourself from Yi...

  City of Malolos-   The Film Development Council of the Philippines and the Filipino Screenwriters Guild recently conducted a five-day intensive Screenwriting Workshop in Malolos in collaboration with the Provincial Government of Bulacan and its Provincial History, Arts, Culture, and Tourism Office. FDCP Chair and CEO Jose Javier Reyes opened the workshop with a video message, hoping to transform raw ideas into compelling scripts under the guidance of industry professionals. PHACTO OIC Head May Arlene Torres welcomed the mentors from FSG, the organizers from FDCP, and the 20 participants  from Bulacan, Metro Manila, CALABARZON, Iloilo, and Davao. The program offered a deep dive into the craft of screenwriting through a series of lectures, film viewings, script analysis, and open forums. The mentors from FSG included Wanggo Gallaga, Noreen Capili, Paul Sta. Ana, and Jules Katanyag, all respected writers in the film industry. The first day focused on the fundamentals ...