Miss Earth, launched on April 3, 2001, by Carousel Productions in the Philippines, focuses on environmental issues. Miss Earth 2006, Hil Yesenia Hernández Escobar of Chile, will crown her successor on November 11, 2007. The 2007 edition features 88 contestants from various countries competing for the title.
Venezuela’s Alexandra Braun crowns Miss Earth 2006 Hil Hernandez in Manila, Philippines
Alexandra Braun from Venezuela was crowned Miss Earth 2005 in the Philippines, marking the first win for her country. In 2006, she returned to crown Hil Yesenia Hernández Escobar from Chile as Miss Earth, the first winner from Chile. The 2006 pageant featured 82 candidates and various special awards.
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82 Miss Earth 2006 candidates competing in Manila, Philippines
Miss Earth, launched on April 3, 2001, is an international beauty pageant emphasizing environmental advocacy, organized by Carousel Productions in the Philippines. The 2006 edition featured 82 contestants. Miss Earth 2005, Alexandra Braun of Venezuela, crowned her successor on November 26, 2006, at the National Museum in Manila.
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Star Music releases Kris Lawrence’s debut EP
ABS-CBN Corporation, based in Quezon City, operates Star Music, a record label. On May 11, 2006, it released Kris Lawrence's debut EP featuring six songs. Lawrence, a Filipino-American singer, gained fame by winning the singing competition "Search for the Star in a Million," where he consistently ranked high among contestants.
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Gionna Cabrera crowns Bb. Pilipinas Universe 2006 Lia Andrea Ramos in Quezon City
Gionna Cabrera, crowned Binibining Pilipinas Universe 2005, was 22 years old when she represented the Philippines at Miss Universe 2005, winning the Miss Photogenic award but finishing unplaced. She later crowned Lia Andrea Ramos as her successor for the 2006 title, who will compete in Miss Universe 2006.
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Universal Records Philippines releases ‘Jay R’ album
Universal Records Philippines released Jay R's second studio album on December 5, 2025. The album, produced by Ray Brown, features 18 tracks including commercial jingles, collaborations, and a Billy Joel cover. Jay R, born in California, previously debuted in 2003 with "Gameface," which garnered him the Most Promising Male Performer award in 2004.
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Star Music releases Gloc-9’s album ‘Ako Si…’
ABS-CBN Corporation, based in Quezon City, operates Star Music, founded on February 20, 1995. Gloc-9, a rapper from Binangonan, became a Star Music artist in 2000. His album "Ako Si..." was released on March 10, 2005, featuring eleven tracks, including collaborations with various artists.
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Priscilla Meirelles crowns Miss Earth 2005 Alexandra Braun in Quezon City, Philippines
Priscilla Meirelles of Brazil was 21 years old when she was crowned Miss Earth 2004 at the University of the Philippines Theater in Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines. She competed against 60 other candidates. On September 5, 2004, Meirelles turned 22. A month later, she went back to the Philippines and crowned her successor Alexandra … Continue reading Priscilla Meirelles crowns Miss Earth 2005 Alexandra Braun in Quezon City, Philippines
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79 Miss Earth 2005 candidates competing in Quezon City, Philippines
Miss Earth 2004 Priscilla Meirelles will crown her successor on October 23, 2005, at the University of the Philippines Theater. The event marks the fifth edition of the beauty pageant focused on environmental issues, featuring 79 contestants from various countries, including Brazil, the Philippines, and the United States.
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Star Music releases Gary Valenciano’s album ‘Pure Heart’
ABS-CBN Corporation is a media company in Metro Manila, Philippines, founded from the merger of Alto Broadcasting System and Chronicle Broadcasting Network. Its record label, Star Music, released Gary Valenciano's album "Pure Heart" in 2005. Valenciano, a noted artist and UNICEF ambassador, has had a significant impact on Philippine entertainment.
