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By TIMMY BASIL ....... MALAKI talaga ang impact ng pandemic lalong lalo na sa pananalapi. Ang mga artista na limpak-limpak ang kinikita noon ay umaaray na dahil noong 6 months ng pandemic ay talagang walang galawan sa showbiz, walang shooting, walang taping, walang provincial shows - wala lahat. Ang iba ay naging instant online seller. Kung anu-ano na lang ang kanilang tinitinda sa online. Ang first PBB Celebrity Edition grand winner na si Keanna Reeves ay isa sa mga naapektuhan. Yes, naging online seller din siya. Kung anu-ano na lang ang kanyang tinitinda online, mga damit, bike , etc. But since mahilig si Keanna na mag-FB Live, kinuha siyang mag-host sa online show at sinunggaban naman niya ito. Ang una niyang online show ay ang Talk and Trend kungsaan panay mga gwapong modelo ang kanyang mga guests. Experimental lang ito. Wala silang sariling studio , kungsaan-saan lang siya abutin ng kanyang timeslot. Hindi ito nagtagal.

The empowerment anthem will also be recorded in Bahasa, Thai, Japanese, and Spanish BINI RELEASES “BORN TO WIN” MAXI SINGLE WITH INSTRUMENTAL, A CAPELLA VERSIONS BINI’s empowering debut single can now be enjoyed in every mood with the release of the “Born to Win” Maxi Single, a special collection of the bouncy electro-pop track’s instrumental renditions. On the EP, “Born to Win” has been reworked into a Latin number with pulsing horns and percussion-heavy arrangement, a party-ready EDM tune, and an exquisite string quartet piece. BINI rocked to these tracks on “The Runway,” the first part of group’s launch event where they wore the collection that designer Francis Libiran especially created for them. The Maxi Single, which is now available digitally on major streaming services, also features an instrumental version and an acapella version that highlights the members’ individual vocal colors. Aside from the release of these remixes, BINI is also marking a major first

Their game of cat-and-mouse could soon turn into romance as Kiko (Gab Lagman) and Hannah (Alexa Ilacad) have finally realized they are slowly falling for each other as book 2 of the hit ABS-CBN teleserye na “Init Sa Magdamag” opens. Kiko’s feelings changed after seeing how Hannah cared for the people of the barrio they helped during her stint at the foundation. He has shown deep concern for Hannah when she would get drunk because of her unhealthy relationship with her brother, Tupe (Gerald Anderson). On the other hand, Hannah has begun showing fondness for Kiko especially after he helped her in building her new studio. Will love finally blossom between them? Watch “Init sa Magdamag” nightly at 9:20 on TV5, A2Z, Kapamilya Channel, Jeepney TV and Kapamilya Online Live via the YouTube channel and Facebook page of ABS-CBN Entertainment. Outside the country, it is available on The Filipino Channel while its advanced episodes can be accessed on iWantTFC an

The Filipina has captivated the world. For many years, she has captured the hearts and imagination of the globe, not only because of her innate beauty, but also because of her undeniable intelligence, unparalleled grace, and committed drive to positively impact society. Binibining Pilipinas has been proudly bannering these traits on the international stage, proving again and again the uniqueness of the Filipina. Now, on its 57th year, the most prestigious pageant in the country finds a new ally in Silka, which for two decades has been giving Filipinas walang dudang alaga. These two forces have come together to propel Filipino women to greater heights! The partnership between Binibining Pilipinas and Silka comes as the latter celebrates a special milestone—its 20th anniversary. As Silka has built a legacy of empowering women through self-care / alaga sa sarili, teaming up with Binibining Pilipinas is significant in reinforcing commitment to women while positively impa

34th Star Awards For TV official nominees Pormal nang inilabas ng Philippine Movie Press Club (PMPC) ang listahan ng official nominees para sa 34th Star Awards For Television. Ngayong taon ay ibibigay sa King of Talk na si Boy Abunda ang Ading Fernando Lifetime Achievement Award at ang Excellence In Broadcasting Award naman ay sa veteran broadcast journalist na si Korina Sanchez. Sa pamunuan ng kasalukuyang pangulong si Roldan F. Castro , mga opisyal at miyembro, ang 34th Star Awards for Television ay idaraos sa pamamagitan ng virtual awarding. Iaanunsiyo sa mga darating na araw ang petsa at oras nito. Nagpapasalamat naman ang PMPC sa Beautedem CEO and President na si Rei Anicoche Tan sa pag-sponsor sa Star Awards for TV trophies. Narito ang kabuuang listahan ng mga nominado at special awards: 34TH PMPC STAR AWARDS FOR TV OFFICIAL NOMINEES BEST TV STATION ABS-CBN 2 CNN PHILIPPINES GMA 7 GMA NEWS TV IBC 13 NET 25 PTV 4 TV 5 UNTV 37 BEST PRIMETIME TV SERIES

  Boy Abunda joins candidates in Binibining Pilipinas 2021 Road to the Crown primer Quezon City, Philippines – The Binibining Pilipinas 2021 candidates faced multi-awarded TV host Boy Abunda in a quick Q&A mentorship session at the Gateway Mall Atmos Cinema in Araneta City as part of this year’s Road to the Crown pageant primer. With the most awaited Grand Coronation Night fast approaching, the Binibinis underwent a quick but intensive and rigorous Q&A training with the King of Talk that tested the girls’ wit, spontaneity, and grace under pressure. Livestreamed via the official YouTube channel of Binibining Pilipinas, the 2021 primer bared the candidates’ ability to survive the interview segment of the pageant. For the Q&A mentorship, the candidates were given a random photo related to the COVID-19 pandemic. They were challenged to explain the photo, relate it to their advocacies, and talk about hope and inspiration. All of the candidates were requested to speak freely in t

  Boy Abunda joins candidates in Binibining Pilipinas 2021 Road to the Crown primer Quezon City, Philippines – The Binibining Pilipinas 2021 candidates faced multi-awarded TV host Boy Abunda in a quick Q&A mentorship session at the Gateway Mall Atmos Cinema in Araneta City as part of this year’s Road to the Crown pageant primer. With the most awaited Grand Coronation Night fast approaching, the Binibinis underwent a quick but intensive and rigorous Q&A training with the King of Talk that tested the girls’ wit, spontaneity, and grace under pressure. Livestreamed via the official YouTube channel of Binibining Pilipinas, the 2021 primer bared the candidates’ ability to survive the interview segment of the pageant. For the Q&A mentorship, the candidates were given a random photo related to the COVID-19 pandemic. They were challenged to explain the photo, relate it to their advocacies, and talk about hope and inspiration. All of the candidates were requested to speak freely in t

by TIMMY BASIL  HERE  is an email from Mr. Leeroyd Pelaez, PR Officer of Araneta City  confirming my attendance to cover the event. But I have to undergo Swab testing .  It will be seen live at A2Z Channel   Here's his email: <script data-ad-client="ca-pub-7254930474419644" async src="https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js"></script>   July 9, 2021 Dear Sir Timmy,  This is to confirm that Binibining Pilipinas Charities Inc. allows you to cover the Binibining Pilipinas Grand Coronation Night this Sunday, July 11, at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. Be at the Green Gate at 7:00pm for the swab testing proper and designation of seats. Or, bring a PCR swab result with a 48-hour validity to be presented to our medical services. Kindly reply to this email for confirmation of slot for swab testing. Attached also is the media accreditation contract that should be accomplished by every media company / pageant website. Accomplish this form an