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Eddie Garcia was declared dead on arrival, revived at Mary Johnston Hospital: Lilibeth Romero

On June 8, 2019, Eddie Garcia, 90, was declared dead on arrival (DOA) and revived at Mary Johnston Hospital in Tondo, Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines, his longtime partner Lilibeth Romero has learned. It was the first hospital where the veteran actor was rushed to after collapsing while filming a fight scene for upcoming GMA Network … Continue reading Eddie Garcia was declared dead on arrival, revived at Mary Johnston Hospital: Lilibeth Romero

Go Mango has mango-based treats that uniquely quench dessert lovers’ cravings

Go Mango knows how to make mango-based treats that will quench the cravings of dessert lovers in a unique way. The local soft serve and mango connoisseur is introducing new products namely the Mango Milk with Brown Sugar Boba, Mango Cheesecake and Mango Chocnut Cream. Quite possibly the new favorite drink of dessert lovers, the … Continue reading Go Mango has mango-based treats that uniquely quench dessert lovers’ cravings

2014 Mr. Chinatown 2nd runner-up Timothy Yap is heartbroken but hoping

Timothy Yap, 24, is one of the actors currently under the wing of Arnold Vegafria's ALV Talent Circuit. In a recent press conference, the Filipino-Chinese actor shared some details about his love life and his upcoming movie "Because I Love You." Yap was one of the actors who attended the press conference for “Because I … Continue reading 2014 Mr. Chinatown 2nd runner-up Timothy Yap is heartbroken but hoping

Shaira Diaz plays firefighter in ALV Films’ ‘Because I Love You,’ says David Licauco has no filter

More than just being a leading lady, Shaira Diaz, 24, is using her celebrity to promote women empowerment. This makes her the perfect actress to play the lead female character in ALV Films' newest film titled "Because I Love You" who is a firefighter. Showing a film like "Because I Love You," whose lead female … Continue reading Shaira Diaz plays firefighter in ALV Films’ ‘Because I Love You,’ says David Licauco has no filter

‘Because I Love You’ actor Timothy Yap: If Joel Lamangan is serious, good luck

For the second time, Filipino-Chinese actor Timothy Lawrence Yap, 27, is starring in a film directed by Joel Lamangan, 66. In a one-on-one interview at the press conference for “Because I Love You” on June 7, 2019, the actor shared to me his thoughts on the veteran director. Lamangan is known for being strict when … Continue reading ‘Because I Love You’ actor Timothy Yap: If Joel Lamangan is serious, good luck

EastWest Bank, Ageas steadily build local insurtech Troo

EastWest Bank and Ageas celebrate the 4th anniversary of their joint venture in the Philippines. This partnership operates under the brand name Troo, which offers life insurance to customers of EastWest Bank and Filinvest Group. “From the start, Troo has been embracing the latest technology and digital solutions as a core of its daily business,” … Continue reading EastWest Bank, Ageas steadily build local insurtech Troo

‘Godzilla: King of the Monsters’ star Zhang Ziyi is 2019 Tokyo International Film Festival jury president

Zhang Ziyi, 40, is set to return to the big screen with "Godzilla: King of the Monsters." A week before the release of the action adventure fantasy film, it was announced that the Chinese actress will serve as the president of the international competition jury of the 32nd Tokyo International Film Festival, which will run … Continue reading ‘Godzilla: King of the Monsters’ star Zhang Ziyi is 2019 Tokyo International Film Festival jury president

Hans Loozekoot named Philippine Life Insurance Association president

Hans Loozekoot has been named as the president of the Philippine Life Insurance Association (PLIA). He succeeds Dr. Olaf Kliesow, who will be moving to Munich, Germany for his new Allianz posting. "It's an honor to be elected as President of PLIA," Loozekoot said. "I'm excited to work with other PLIA member companies, the Insurance … Continue reading Hans Loozekoot named Philippine Life Insurance Association president

Igorot actor Mai Fanglayan nominated Urian Best Actress with Anne Curtis, Nadine Lustre, Ai-Ai de las Alas, Pokwang

The Manunuri ng Pelikulang Pilipino announced the nominees for the 42nd Gawad Urian on May 8, 2019. One of the nominees is Igorot actor Maribeth "Mai" Fanglayan. For playing the title role in "Tanabata's Wife," Fanglayan is nominated as Best Actress in the 2019 Gawad Urian. She will be competing against "Oda sa Wala" actress … Continue reading Igorot actor Mai Fanglayan nominated Urian Best Actress with Anne Curtis, Nadine Lustre, Ai-Ai de las Alas, Pokwang

FurryPinas 2019 primer: What is a Furry?

We have gotten used to watching shows using anthromorphic creatures as their main characters to drive their story forward. Movies and shows like "My Little Pony," "Tom and Jerry" and even "Digimon" have animal characters that one way or another exemplify our human nature. But did you know that there is a community of people … Continue reading FurryPinas 2019 primer: What is a Furry?