SEA Games 2019 opening ceremony earns praises, shows Philippines’ power in sports, music, beauty pageants

Hosted by the Philippines, the 2019 Southeast Asian Games was surrounded by controversies days before it officially started. But after its opening ceremony on November 30, 2019, the 30th edition of the biennial regional multi-sport event received much positive feedback. The Philippine Arena in Bocaue, Bulacan, Philippines served as the venue of the SEA Games … Continue reading SEA Games 2019 opening ceremony earns praises, shows Philippines’ power in sports, music, beauty pageants

Filipino rock band Over October releases ‘Press Play’

Over October dropped its surprise debut album "Press Play" on November 29, 2019. This is after months of building up the hype around social media and teasing the fans with two singles "Alive" and "Without Your Love." Formed in October 2014, Over October is a pop/alternative rock band composed of Josh Buizon on lead vocals and … Continue reading Filipino rock band Over October releases ‘Press Play’

‘Mindanao’ actress Judy Ann Santos wins Best Actress at Cairo International Film Festival 2019 in Egypt

Philippines' Judy Ann Santos won the Best Actress award at the Cairo International Film Festival 2019 for her performance in "Mindanao," which was directed by Brillante Mendoza and written by Honee Alipio with  Armando “Bing” Lao as the creative consultant. It was the 41st edition of the international film festival. Including "Mindanao," 153 films from 63 … Continue reading ‘Mindanao’ actress Judy Ann Santos wins Best Actress at Cairo International Film Festival 2019 in Egypt

Asia’s first male supermodel Godfrey Gao dies of heart attack while filming ‘Chase Me’ in Ningbo, Zhejiang, China

Taiwanese-Canadian model and actor Godfrey Gao died on the set of a competitive sports reality show in Ningbo, Zhejiang, China on November 27, 2019. He was 35. Titled "Chase Me," the night time variety show was for Zhejiang Television, a television channel under Zhejiang Radio and Television Group serving China's Hangzhou City and Zhejiang. It … Continue reading Asia’s first male supermodel Godfrey Gao dies of heart attack while filming ‘Chase Me’ in Ningbo, Zhejiang, China

33% of US college students have never written paper 10 pages or longer: Report

Primary Research Group recently released a report based on a survey of 1,140 college students from four-year colleges in the United States. According to the study, only 67% of the students have ever written a paper that is 10 pages or longer. Among the students who participated in the survey, college seniors were significantly more … Continue reading 33% of US college students have never written paper 10 pages or longer: Report

PhilPop partners with NQC on Philippines’ quincentennial celebration

The National Quincentennial Committee has partnered with PhilPop to mount music events and activities that mark the 500th anniversary of Victory of Mactan in 2021 as part of the multiple celebrations commemorating an important milestone in Philippine and global history. Under the partnership agreement, the country’s premier songwriting competition will be the screening committee responsible for curating … Continue reading PhilPop partners with NQC on Philippines’ quincentennial celebration

Stephen Baldwin’s ‘Kaibigan’ co-stars Jesse Perkins, Christian Perkins advocate against bullying, drugs, alcohol, smoking

Filipino-American twins Jesse Perkins and Christian Perkins, collaboratively known as the Perkins Twins, will star in the film "Kaibigan" (Friend) with Hollywood actor Stephen Baldwin. The twins are multi-awarded recording and dance artists who are also staunch advocates against drugs, bullying, alcohol and smoking and promote purity. Well accepted and sought after in the campus … Continue reading Stephen Baldwin’s ‘Kaibigan’ co-stars Jesse Perkins, Christian Perkins advocate against bullying, drugs, alcohol, smoking

The Eraserheads’ ‘Ultraelectromagneticpop!’ vinyl launch hosted by Sony Music Philippines in Quezon City

The official vinyl launch of The Eraserheads' "Ultraelectromagneticpop!" will be hosted by Sony Music Philippines in partnership with Offshore Music. BMG Records released the debut studio album of the alternative rock band in 1993 . Those who want to be the first to own the 25th edition remastered vinyl can exclusively avail of it on November … Continue reading The Eraserheads’ ‘Ultraelectromagneticpop!’ vinyl launch hosted by Sony Music Philippines in Quezon City

World’s 12 best teams to compete in ONE Esports Dota 2 Singapore World Pro Invitational

ONE Esports announced the inaugural Dota 2 Singapore World Pro Invitational, featuring 12 elite teams, scheduled for December 20-22, 2019. The event, held at the Singapore Indoor Stadium, includes meet-and-greet sessions, top talent commentary, and notable cosplay appearances. Attendees can also shop exclusive merchandise and participate in contests for prizes.

General Santos City’s Ethel Booba wins ‘Tawag ng Tanghalan’ 2019 celebrity edition with Regine Velasquez songs

Comedienne and author Ethyl Gabison, 42, who is professionally known as Ethel Booba, won the first ever "Tawag ng Tanghalan" celebrity edition. It is a singing competition in the ABS-CBN variety show "It's Showtime." Including Booba, seven celebrities competed in the grand finals of the singing competition, which aired live on ABS-CBN on November 9, … Continue reading General Santos City’s Ethel Booba wins ‘Tawag ng Tanghalan’ 2019 celebrity edition with Regine Velasquez songs