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Binibining Pilipinas International 2021 Hannah Arnold and Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray are among the recipients of the 2021 Filipino Communities Council of Australia (FILCCA) National Awards. The two Binibining Pilipinas queens were recognized in a virtual event held on October 20 in line with the celebration of the 75th anniversary of Philippine-Australian diplomatic relations. The awards were given annually by FILCCA, the national umbrella organization of Filipino community councils in various states in Australia, to outstanding Filipino-Australian citizens who have made outstanding contributions to the overseas community. “We are shining a spotlight on some amazing individuals and organizations who have excelled in sports, music, health, education and training, the sciences, entrepreneurship and absolutely in our communities,” Philippine Ambassador to Australia her Excellency Helen De La Vega said. Arnold has been awarded the 2021 Youth Achievement Award for her effor

May bagong morning TV-radio experience na hatid ng NET25 simula Lunes, October 18, alas otso ng umaga. Samahan sina Ali Sotto at Pat-P Daza na sagutin ang ANO SA PALAGAY 'NYO? Ang komentaryo sa umaga na nakasanayan nating dinodomina ng mga lalakeng broadcasters ay tatapatan ngayon ng dalawang strong at pretty nanays na may 'say' pagdating sa mga usaping importanteng makarating sa sambayanan. Dala nina Ali at Pat-P ang detalyado at metikulosong pagbusisi sa mga isyung kinakaharap natin ngayon. "Maiparamdam natin na first and foremost, Pilipino tayo," ayon kay Ali. "I want to take it to a softer point of view. Maraming isyu na hindi natin pwedeng palampasin. We have to know what's happening para at least meron tayong kaalaman kung paano natin pwedeng labanan ang mga nangyayari," saad Pat-P. Magiging "very light at naiintindihan ng lahat ng tao" ang talakayan ika nga nina Ali at Pat-P. Panoorin ito Lunes hanggang Biyernes, 8:00-

KYLE, ALBIE, AND CHIE, NOW “PBB KUMUNITY” CELEBRITY HOUSEMATES Big Brother dropped a major surprise during the start of “PBB Kumunity” Celebrity Edition as it was announced on Saturday (October 16) that Kyle Echarri, Albie Casino, and Chie Filomeno are part of the five additional celebrity housemates that will enter the “PBB” house. Netizens were shocked with Kuya’s announcement, making “PBB Kumunity” record multiple trending topics on Twitter with #PBBKumunityParty landing on the top spot. Big Brother also introduced the two Kumu streamers who are now official celebrity housemates. They are Jordan Andrews and Benedix Ramos who won the “Online Bahay ni Kuya on Kumu” contest. The five celebrity housemates are currently in mandatory quarantine and finishing their medical and psychological tests before they join the rest of the housemates inside the “PBB” house. Inside the house, celebrity housemates Alexa, Alyssa, Anji, Brenda, Eian, John, Karen, KD, Madam Inutz

Nakahanda na ang The Philippine Movie Press Club, Inc. sa pagdiriwang ng 12th Star Awards for Music. Sa kauna-unahang pagkakataon ay virtual ang presentasyon nito na gaganapin ngayong October 10, Linggo, 6pm . Mapapanood ito sa STV at RAD channels. Sina Congressman Alfred Vargas at Sanya Lopez ang magsisilbing mga host. Ang mga performers ay sina Pop Diva Kuh Ledesma, Marion Aunor, Cool Cat Ash at si Mr. Pure Energy Gary Valenciano. Gagawaran ng Pilita Corrales Lifetime Achievement Award si Ms. Kuh Ledesma . Ang magaling na composer na si Louie Ocampo ang recipient ng Parangal Levi Celerio Lifetime Achievement Award. Ang 12th Star Awards for Music ay handog ng PMPC sa pangunguna ng Presidente nito na si Roldan Castro at ng Film Development Council of the Philippines ni Chairperson Liza Diño-Seguerra. Katuwang din sa naturang industry award ang Frontrow ni Raymond "RS" Francisco. Ito'y sa direksiyon ni Pete Mariano. Ipapalabas din ito ng alas-9 ng gabi sa iba

Binibining Pilipinas Charities, Inc. (BPCI) continues its traditional farewell for competing queens via a virtual rousing send-off party for Binibining Pilipinas Globe 2021 Maureen Montagne and Binibining Pilipinas Intercontinental 2021 Cinderella Obeñita on Friday, October 8. Aired via the official Facebook page and YouTube channel of Binibining Pilipinas , the online gathering showered Maureen and Cindy with love and support from their Queen Sisters, members of the press, and their families, as they suit up for their respective pageants, days before their fly off to their respective destinations. During the send-off, the queens were received by BPCI Chairman, Mrs. Stella Marquez-Araneta, in Araneta City with a warm recognition. “My dearest Cindy and Maureen, I wish you the best of luck in representing the Philippines on the international stage. Embrace this opportunity to show the world the best qualities of a Filipina. . .You have the full support of Binibining Pilipinas

I WILL : The Musical , the musical based on the life of prominent public figure Doc Willie Ong, will finally be streamed online, almost a year after its inception. is the only production of its kind that was successfully staged and filmed on stage in this time of pandemic. It is top billed by Filipino international theater artists: Gerald Santos ( Miss Saigon, Sweeney Todd ) as Doc Willie Ong; Paulina Yeung ( The King and I ) as Dra Liza Ong; Ima Castro ( Miss Saigon, Sweeney Todd ) as Doc Willie’s mother; Bo Cerrudo ( The King and I ) as Doc Willie’s father and Robert Seña ( Miss Saigon ) as Col Ouano. This musical tackles several relevant themes such as mental health issues, familial dysfunction, bullying and public service. This musical is also a tribute to our healthcare front liners who are the real heroes of this pandemic. It also aims to inspire people rise above life’s harsh challenges especially in these difficult and dark times. The production had to go through

Ang kilalang social media influencer, former Mr. Gay World titlist, businessman, at philanthropist na si Wilbert Tolentino ang nagsilbing tulay. Mistula itong anghel na gumabay kay Madam Inutz para maisakatuparan ito. Aminado si Madam Inutz na mula sa kanyang pag-uukay-ukay, sa tulong ni Wilbert ay naging ganap na siyang recording artist. Nagpahayag ng pagkabilib si Wilbert o Kuya Wil sa talent ng kanyang alaga. Aniya, “Meron siyang unique na raspy voice. Bagay sa kanya ang mga Novelty, Rap, Hiphop, Rock, lalong-lalo ang mga Tunog Kalye. Bagay sa kanya ang mga estilo nila Sampaguita, Aegis, o Up Dharma Down. “Mabilis niyang natutunan ang mga melody ng kanta at kaya niyang baguhin ang atake ayon sa kanyang style. Sobrang professional at walang reklamo sa oras, kahit inabot ng madaling araw sa pag-shoot ng music video.” Paano niya idi-describe ang kanta? “Ang kanta na ito ay introduction ng buhay niya bilang isang Madam Inutz. Kung sino ba siya at paano siya n