‘World tour next?’: Pia Wurtzbach’s iconic wax figure now in Singapore
Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach’s twin, her very own wax figure, just arrived in Singapore over the weekend. From Hong Kong, Pia’s wax figure, she fondly calls “P2,” can now be viewed in Madame Tussauds Singapore, Sentosa, for a limited time. It can be viewed in the wax museum until September 1 this year. She […] The post ‘World tour next?’: Pia Wurtzbach’s iconic wax figure now in Singapore appeared first on Interaksyon.
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Headwolf Wpad 2 Full Specs, Features, Price In Philippines
Here’s The Complete List of Specifications, Features, & Price of the Headwolf Wpad 2 The Headwolf Wpad 2 is fueled with a non-removable Li-Ion 6600 mAh battery. The device is available in two colors: Blue and Grey. Body & Display: The dimension of the tab is 241.00 x 160.00 x 7.30 mm and weighs 450 ... Read more The post Headwolf Wpad 2 Full Specs, Features, Price In Philippines appeared first on PhilNews.
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Top Pilgrimage Sites in the Philippines to Visit this Holy Week
Here are the Top Pilgrimage Sites in the Philippines PILGRIMAGE TOURISM – Here are some of the top pilgrimage sites in the Philippines that you should consider visiting this Holy Week. Holy Week, known as “Semana Santa” in Spanish, is a significant religious observance in the Christian calendar, particularly for Catholics and some Protestant denominations. ... Read more The post Top Pilgrimage Sites in the Philippines to Visit this Holy Week appeared first on PhilNews.
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BoE’s Haskel says rate cuts should be ‘a long way off’
Bank of England (BoE) interest-rate setter Jonathan Haskel said that rate cuts should be "a long way off," the Financial Times reported on Thursday, a week after the policymaker ditched earlier calls for higher rates and voted to hold rates. "Although the fall in headline inflation is very good news, it is not informative about what we really care about: what we really care about is the persistent and the underlying inflation" Haskel told the FT. "I think cuts are a long way off." READ: J.P.Morgan now expects BoE to start cutting interest rates in Aug Governor Andrew Bailey said last week that Britain's economy was moving towards the point where the Bank of England can st...Keep on reading: BoE’s Haskel says rate cuts should be ‘a long way off’
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2 nabbed for possession of shabu, explosives, guns in Zamboanga City
The police arrested two men after authorities discovered explosives, firearms and shabu from their hideout in Barangay Quiniput, Zamboanga City on Wednesday afternoon.
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Unihertz 8849 Tank Full Specs, Features, Price In Philippines
Here’s The Complete List of Specifications, Features, & Price of the Unihertz 8849 Tank The Unihertz 8849 Tank was officially announced in the fourth quarter of 2022. The smartphone is fueled with a non-removable Li-Ion 22000 mAh battery + 66W wired charging. Body & Display: The dimension of the device is 175.60 x 85.30 x ... Read more The post Unihertz 8849 Tank Full Specs, Features, Price In Philippines appeared first on PhilNews.
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An annual pilgrimage during Holy Week brings thousands of believers to Santuario de Chimayó in New Mexico, where they pray for healing and protection
For decades, the people of northern New Mexico have marked the Christian observance of Good Friday with a walking pilgrimage to the Santuario de Chimayó in the village of Chimayó, New Mexico. Referring to themselves as Hispanos, or Nuevomexicanos, they have lived in the region for generations, tracing their descent from Spanish colonists who arrived […] The post An annual pilgrimage during Holy Week brings thousands of believers to Santuario de Chimayó in New Mexico, where they pray for healing and protection appeared first on Interaksyon.
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NBA: Draymond Green ejected less than 4 minutes into game
Golden State's Draymond Green was ejected less than four minutes into the Warriors' game against the Orlando Magic on Wednesday night, the forward's fourth ejection of the season. It was Green's first ejection since his 16-game suspension by the NBA for his history of misconduct and after he struck Phoenix center Jusuf Nurkic in the face during a Dec. 12 game. "It's unfortunate. He deserved it," Warriors coach Steve Kerr said after Golden State beat the Magic 101-93. "And he'll bounce back." READ: NBA: Warriors overcome Draymond Green's early ejection to edge Magic With 8:24 remaining in the first quarter Wednesday, Green argued with referee Ron Acosta after a foul was ca...Keep on reading: NBA: Draymond Green ejected less than 4 minutes into game
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Marcos tells Filipinos to 'serve others' during Holy Week
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s message to Filipinos during Holy Week encourages tham to "serve others."
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Gilas Women reach Fiba 3×3 Asia Cup main draw after sweep
MANILA, Philippines --- Camille Clarin led the collective effort of the Gilas Pilipinas Women to barge into the main draw of the Fiba 3x3 Asia Cup after beating Kazakhstan, 21-12, and completing a three-game sweep of the qualifying draw Group B on Maundy Thursday in Singapore. Clarin put on the finishing touches including the game-winning two-pointer with 10.6 seconds left to enter the main draw in Pool C with Mongolia and Malaysia. The National University star helped Gilas pull away midway through the game as she scored five points including four free throws for a 16-7 spread as the Kazakhs committed eight fouls. READ: Gilas standout Camille Clarin: Let's keep momentum goin...Keep on reading: Gilas Women reach Fiba 3×3 Asia Cup main draw after sweep
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Environmental defenders found after reported abduction in Pangasinan
Reports said that Dangla and Tiong were “severely mauled and dragged” into a waiting vehicle on Sunday evening in Barangay Polo, San Carlos City.
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Kai Sotto limited as Yokohama loses to Nagoya in B.League
MANILA, Philippines --- After scoring in double figures for eight straight games, Kai Sotto was limited to just seven points in Yokohama B-Corsairs' 80-64 loss to Fighting Eagles Nagoya in the 2023-24 B.League season on Wednesday at Nagoya Biwajima Sports Center. The 7-foot-3 Filipino center committed four fouls in 16 minutes of action, shooting 3-of-7 from the field and tallying three blocks and two rebounds. Sotto was dominant in the past eight games before he was limited by the Fighting Eagles as the B-Corsairs slid to a 21-25 record. READ: Kai Sotto helps Yokohama keep wildcard hopes alive in B.League Aaron Henry led Nagoya with 19 points, while Luke Evans dropped 11 ...Keep on reading: Kai Sotto limited as Yokohama loses to Nagoya in B.League
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NBA: Timberwolves trip Pistons to hit 50-win mark anew
MINNEAPOLIS--- Naz Reid had 21 points and 10 rebounds and Jaden McDaniels added 20 points to help the Minnesota Timberwolves overcome a sluggish start Wednesday night to beat the NBA-worst Detroit Pistons 106-91. Rudy Gobert had 11 points and 14 rebounds and Kyle Anderson scored 14 points off the bench to help offset a quiet nine points by All-Star Anthony Edwards for the Wolves (50-22), who moved into a second-place tie with Oklahoma City in the Western Conference after the Thunder lost in overtime to Houston. Denver has a half-game lead over Minnesota and Oklahoma City after the Nuggets lost to Phoenix. READ: NBA: Timberwolves hit 23 triples, overcome Warriors https...Keep on reading: NBA: Timberwolves trip Pistons to hit 50-win mark anew
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Pokwang belies claims she regrets GMA transfer
Pokwang asserted there is no truth to claims she regrets having transferred from ABS-CBN to GMA Network, even as she slammed those spreading what she said are made-up stories. The actress-TV host was responding to a tweet by X user @06Skyscraper that read: "Laos na si Pokwang simula lumipat sa Kamuning. Parang nagsisi nga daw na lumipat. [Akala kasi] nila hindi makakabangon ang ABS-CBN." (Pokwang has become a has-been since she moved to Kamuning. I heard she regrets transferring networks. [She] must have thought that ABS-CBN would not recover.) The netizen apparently used "Kamuning," where GMA is located, to refer to the Kapuso network. Pokwang then replied, "Jusko, saan ...Keep on reading: Pokwang belies claims she regrets GMA transfer
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Single-use plastics ban now in effect in Apo Reef
MANILA, Philippines---Planning a getaway to Apo Reef Natural Park (ARNP) soon? Be prepared to pack a little differently this time around. The ARNP, located off the coast of Occidental Mindoro in the Sulu Sea, is the largest coral reef system in the Philippines and the second largest in the world. Spanning a total of 27,469 hectares within the Sulu Sea, including an 11,677-hectare protective buffer zone, the ARNP is home to an impressive and diverse array of colorful birds, mammals, reptiles, marine vertebrates, and invertebrates. In a significant step toward environmental conservation, ARNP's Protected Area Management Board (PAMB) has introduced an ordinance prohibiting sing...Keep on reading: Single-use plastics ban now in effect in Apo Reef
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Painter creates realistic artworks despite being colorblind
Despite being in-born colorblind, a 26-year-old artist from Quezon City left social media users in awe with his realistic drawings of prominent historical figures, animals, and more. Charlie Sulayao utilizes his incredible talent and burning passion for art to give his work some life through a striking palette of colors, notwithstanding his lack of perception of pigments. Among his recent works was a portrait of his beloved dog, Sydney, painted in a reimagined version of the world-famous masterpiece "Mona Lisa" by Italian artist Leonardo da Vinci Painter shifts from monochrome to multicolored Sulayao revealed to the Inquirer that he inherited colorblindness from his father's sid...Keep on reading: Painter creates realistic artworks despite being colorblind
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7 'nanlaban' drug suspects dead after Baste Duterte declares drug war
Less than a week after Davao City Mayor Sebastian Duterte declared a "war on drugs" in the city, at least seven drug suspects were killed during a buy-bust operation in the city — violence that highlights the seriousness of the mayor's recent threat of outright killing persons caught using illegal drugs.
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Foreign firms’ losses from exiting Russia top $107B
The corporate exodus from Russia since its 2022 invasion of Ukraine has cost foreign companies more than $107 billion in writedowns and lost revenue, a Reuters analysis of company filings and statements showed. The volume of losses have increased by one third since the last tally in August last year, underscoring the scale of the financial hit to the corporate world from Moscow's invasion, as well as highlighting the sudden loss of Western expertise from Russia's economy. "As Russia's invasion continues amid faltering Western military aid, and the granularity of Western sanctions regimes increases, companies still aiming to exit Russia will likely face furth...Keep on reading: Foreign firms’ losses from exiting Russia top $107B
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2 alleged NPA rebels killed in Quezon clash
LUCENA CITY -- Two alleged New People's Army (NPA) rebels were killed in an encounter Thursday with government soldiers in Guinayangan town in Quezon province. The Army's 85th Infantry Battalion said in an initial report that soldiers engaged an undetermined number of armed communist guerrillas in Barangay San Jose that left two Red-fighters killed. Lieutenant Colonel Joel Jonson, 8th IB commander, identified the slain rebels by their aliases as "Joy" and "Ramon/Isko." Police and Army checkpoints have been established in strategic areas to support pursuit operations against the NPA rebels on the run. READ: NPA leader, 2 other rebels killed in Batangas clash Jonson sai...Keep on reading: 2 alleged NPA rebels killed in Quezon clash
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Dethroned crypto king Bankman-Fried to be sentenced Thursday
NEW YORK --- Former crypto mogul Sam Bankman-Fried faces the potential of decades in prison when he is sentenced Thursday for his role in the 2022 collapse of FTX, once one of the world's most popular platforms for trading digital currency. Bankman-Fried, 32, was convicted in November of fraud and conspiracy --- a dramatic fall from a year earlier when he and his companies seemed to be riding a crest of success that resulted in a Super Bowl advertisement and celebrity endorsements from stars like quarterback Tom Brady and comedian Larry David. A jury found that Bankman-Fried illegally used money from FTX depositors to cover his expenses, which included purchasing luxury propert...Keep on reading: Dethroned crypto king Bankman-Fried to be sentenced Thursday
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Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ lawyer says rapper subject to ‘witch hunt’
LOS ANGELES — A lawyer for music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs said Tuesday the rapper was being targeted by a “witch hunt” after civil lawsuits accused him of sexual misconduct and federal authorities raided two of his properties. On Monday, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security said it had opened an investigation into hip-hop star Combs and searched his […] The post Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ lawyer says rapper subject to ‘witch hunt’ appeared first on Interaksyon.
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Heat index in Olongapo City seen to reach ‘danger’ level
OLONGAPO CITY --- The heat index in this city was seen peaking at 42 degrees Celsius on Maundy Thursday, March 28, which was higher than the maximum heat index recorded the previous day. The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) said 42 C is already classified under the "danger" level. Heat index measures the discomfort an average person feels due to the combined effects of temperature and air humidity. READ: Olongapo folk warned of exhaustion with near-danger level heat On Wednesday, the city's heat index peaked at 41 C, particularly in Cubi Point inside the Subic Bay Freeport. The City Disaster Risk Reduction and Manage...Keep on reading: Heat index in Olongapo City seen to reach ‘danger’ level
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Alldocube X Full Specs, Features, Price In Philippines
Here’s The Complete List of Specifications, Features, & Price of the Alldocube X The Alldocube X is fueled with a non-removable Li-Ion 8000 mAh battery. Body & Display: The dimension of the tab is 243.68 x 173.14 x 6.90 mm and weighs 500 grams. It comes with a screen size of 10.5 inches and a ... Read more The post Alldocube X Full Specs, Features, Price In Philippines appeared first on PhilNews.
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Gilas Youth gets tough draw for 2024 Fiba U17 World Cup
MANILA, Philippines --- The Gilas Pilipinas Youth team was drawn to the group of death in the 2024 Fiba Under-17 World Cup from Jun 29 to July 7 in Istanbul, Turkey. The Philippines was slated in Group A with World No.2 Spain, Lithuania, and Puerto Rico. Kieffer Alas and the young nationals will be facing a daunting task in their first game against Spain, which lost to Team USA in the 2022 U17 World Cup on its home turf. READ: Gilas Boys cruise to Fiba U16 Asian Championship quarterfinals Gilas Youth will also go up against the World No. 7 Lithuania and No.15 Puerto Rico but all 16 teams will advance to the final phase as the top seed and the No.2 squad of the group will ...Keep on reading: Gilas Youth gets tough draw for 2024 Fiba U17 World Cup
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Pagasa: Thunderstorm likely in Metro Manila, nearby areas on Thursday
MANILA, Philippines --- Thunderstorms are likely to occur in Metro Manila and its adjacent areas on Thursday, the state weather bureau said. The thunderstorm advisory was issued by the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) at 10 a.m. READ: Pagasa: Metro Manila, 15 other areas to have 'danger-level' heat index "Thunderstorm is more likely to develop over Greater Metro Manila Area (Metro Manila, Bulacan, Rizal, Laguna and Cavite) within 12 hours," Pagasa said in its advisory. This was despite the projected "dangerous" heat index expected in the metropolis ranging from 42 to 43 degrees Celsius. On Wednesday, moderate and hea...Keep on reading: Pagasa: Thunderstorm likely in Metro Manila, nearby areas on Thursday
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‘Becky & Badette’ to compete at Far East Film Festival in Italy in April
Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) 2023 film entry "Becky & Badette," headlined by the comic tandem of Eugene Domingo and Pokwang, is set to compete at the Far East Film Festival (FEFF) in Italy this April. On Thursday, March 27, the film's director Jun Robles Lana took to X (formerly Twitter) to share the good news with a screenshot of a report from The Hollywood Reporter. "This just in: BECKY & BADETTE will have its European Premiere at the Far East Film Festival in Udine, Italy! Eugene and I are thrilled to present BECKY AND BADETTE in the competition section in Italy this April." he wrote. https://twitter.com/junrobleslana/status/1773001569765818552 In "Becky &...Keep on reading: ‘Becky & Badette’ to compete at Far East Film Festival in Italy in April
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NBA: Jalen Green, Rockets post 10th straight win after beating Thunder
OKLAHOMA CITY--- The Houston Rockets didn't care that they beat an Oklahoma City squad that was missing its best player, NBA All-Star guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. The Rockets celebrated loudly in the locker room after escaping with a win at one of the toughest venues in the league. Jalen Green scored 37 points and Houston won its 10th straight game, defeating the Thunder 132-126 in overtime on Wednesday night. "It was lit, it was lit," Green said. "Everybody was happy, celebrating, screaming. I mean, we fought for that one. We worked hard." READ: NBA: Jalen Green leads Rockets to 9th straight victory https://twitter.com/NBA/status/1773185423549911068 Rockets coach Im...Keep on reading: NBA: Jalen Green, Rockets post 10th straight win after beating Thunder
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NBA: Bulls dump Pacers to end 3-game losing streak
CHICAGO--- DeMar DeRozan scored 27 points and Nikola Vucevic added 22 with 12 rebounds to lead the Chicago Bulls past the Indiana Pacers 125-99 in the NBA on Wednesday night to snap a three-game skid. Coby White had 18 points to help Chicago take the season series from Indiana 3-1. All five Chicago starters reached double digits in scoring, but this victory was about defense. The high-scoring Pacers were held under 100 points for the first time this season. Their previous low was 101 against Boston in a loss on Jan. 6. READ: NBA: Wizards beat Bulls for season-high 3rd straight win "As a team, I thought we were very connected defensively," Bulls coach Billy Donovan said. "...Keep on reading: NBA: Bulls dump Pacers to end 3-game losing streak
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Philippines beats India for back-to-back wins in women’s Asia ice hockey tiff
The Philippine women’s ice hockey team picked up where they left off after their opening win in the 2024 IIHF Women’s Asia and Oceania Cup with a 7-0 shutout of India at the Bishkek Arena in Kyrgyzstan on Wednesday.
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NBA: Kawhi Leonard comes alive late to lead Clippers over 76ers
PHILADELPHIA --- Kawhi Leonard completed two 3-point plays late in the game then made a block at the rim on the final possession to lead the Los Angeles Clippers to a controversial 108-107 win over the Philadelphia 76ers in the NBA on Wednesday night. Kelly Oubre Jr. was stuffed at the rim by Leonard on a play that Sixers head coach Nick Nurse felt should have resulted in a foul on Paul George. The officiating crew after the game said a foul should have been called on the last play that would have sent Oubre to the line with a chance to win the game. READ: NBA: 76ers upset Clippers in Harden's first game vs Philly since trade Nurse stormed onto the court to dispute the no...Keep on reading: NBA: Kawhi Leonard comes alive late to lead Clippers over 76ers
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Sixteen-year-old boy drowns during a picnic in Davao del Norte
MANILA, Philippines --- A 16-year-old boy drowned at a river in Davao del Norte while on a picnic with his family on Wednesday afternoon, according to police. In a report on Thursday, the Philippine National Police (PNP) said the unnamed victim asked his mother for permission to swim with his cousins at the river along Barangay New Malitbog in Panabo City around 2 p.m. The victim was nowhere to be found an hour later, prompting his mother to seek the assistance of on-standby authorities near the area. READ: PNP: 72 Holy Week deaths due to drowning nationwide Police said its responders and Bureau of Fire Protection personnel found the victim at 4:40 p.m. He was rushed t...Keep on reading: Sixteen-year-old boy drowns during a picnic in Davao del Norte
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Pope appears in better health ahead of busy Easter schedule
VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis, whose frail health has been a growing source of concern in recent weeks, appeared in better shape on Wednesday ahead of a busy Easter week schedule. The 87-year-old pontiff read out in full pre-prepared texts for his weekly audience, rather than delegating an aide to read most of them, as he had […] The post Pope appears in better health ahead of busy Easter schedule appeared first on Interaksyon.
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Villanueva might vote against Cha-cha, but no final decision yet
  MANILA, Philippines --- Senate Majority Leader Joel Villanueva has admitted leaning towards voting against Charter change proposals for now, after a recent Pulse Asia survey showed a huge percentage of respondents not in favor of amending the 1987 Constitution now. Villanueva in a message to reporters on Thursday said that while he is leaning towards that direction, he has not yet made up his mind on the matter. READ: Pulse Asia: Most Filipinos don't think now is the right time for Cha-cha "You can say leaning towards that direction, because it's a major factor but I can't say I have made up my mind right now," Villanueva said in response to reporters' questions. ...Keep on reading: Villanueva might vote against Cha-cha, but no final decision yet
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Where to stream these MMFF 2023 entries legally
Several entries of the Metro Manila Film Festival 2023 are arriving on streaming platforms this year. RELATED: ‘Patronize our very own’: Pinoys delighted over extended MMFF 2023 run Last week, streaming giant Netflix announced that seven of these entries will grace the platform starting March until June. The highest grossing Filipino film of all time “Rewind” […] The post Where to stream these MMFF 2023 entries legally appeared first on Interaksyon.
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Comelec says systems can thwart foreign interference
The Commission on Elections is preparing to defend its servers from attempts to hack it in the 2025 midterm polls, its chairperson announced on Wednesday.
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Lola Amour bassist Raymond King leaves band after 8 years
Raymond King, bassist of the indie-rock band Lola Amour, announced his departure from the group, saying he will be pursuing "long-term plans" which, sadly, the band is not part of. King disclosed this in a statement released through Lola Amour's Facebook page on Wednesday, March 27. "Hey! This is Ray. There's no easy way to say this, so here goes. I've made the decision to leave Lola Amour,"he began. "The band was just a hobby when we were starting out. So, we've always had other long-term plans for ourselves," he stated. "And while I'm proud of everything we've achieved, my plans stayed the same. Sadly, the band isn't part of it." READ: UDD singer Armi Millare leaves ban...Keep on reading: Lola Amour bassist Raymond King leaves band after 8 years
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Julia Barretto & Carlo Aquino Start Filming Movie “Hold Me Close” In Japan
Julia Barretto, Carlo Aquino Begin Shooting Upcoming Film “Hold Me Close” In Japan JULIA BARRETTO – Actress and vlogger Julia Barretto and actor Carlo Aquino begin shooting the upcoming film “Hold Me Close” in Japan. Carlo Aquino and Julia Barretto are collaborating once again for the upcoming movie “Hold Me Close.” In a recent Instagram ... Read more The post Julia Barretto & Carlo Aquino Start Filming Movie “Hold Me Close” In Japan appeared first on PhilNews.
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Traditions during Holy Week in the Philippines — Here’s A Guide…
TRADITIONS DURING HOLY WEEK – You can check here some of the most popular Holy Week practices in the Philippines. Countless Filipinos follow the different traditions during Holy Week. In the Philippines, there are a number of beliefs that are widely practiced in many cities and provinces and even down to the household level. The post Traditions during Holy Week in the Philippines — Here’s A Guide… appeared first on PhilNews.
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Retired Air Force lieutenant shot dead inside his house in Lucena
LUCENA CITY --- A retired Philippine Air Force (PAF) official was found dead Wednesday from bullet wounds inside his home in this city. The Quezon police said in a report on Thursday, March 28, that the body of Jesus Gerola, 68, who retired from PAF with the rank of 2nd Lieutenant, was found around 7:30 a.m. sprawled on the floor of his house in Barangay Domoit. Citing the testimony of a witness, police said at around 10:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 26, an alias "Edwin" was heard shouting in front of Gerola's house challenging him to come out. Gunshots were heard after the incident, police said. READ: Ex-Army soldier killed after shooting couple in Lucena City The report...Keep on reading: Retired Air Force lieutenant shot dead inside his house in Lucena
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Cavite declares state of calamity due to pertussis outbreak
The province’s Sangguniang Panlalawigan declared a state of calamity on Wednesday, according to the Cavite’s information office.
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Oil prices advance as investors reassess US inventories data
TOKYO --- Global oil prices edged up on Thursday, recovering from two consecutive sessions of decline, as investors reassessed the latest U.S. crude oil and gasoline inventories data and returned to buying mode. Brent crude futures for May were up 29 cents, or 0.34 percent, at $86.38 a barrel while the more actively traded June contract rose 28 cents, or 0.33 percent, to $85.69 at 0041 GMT. The May contract expires on Thursday. U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures for May delivery were up 41 cents, or 0.50 percent, to $81.76 a barrel. In the prior session, oil prices were under pressure after U.S. crude oil and gasoline inventories rose unexpectedly last week dri...Keep on reading: Oil prices advance as investors reassess US inventories data
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NBA: Dejounte Murray, Hawks hand Trail Blazers 8th straight loss
ATLANTA --- Dejounte Murray had 30 points and seven assists and the Atlanta Hawks won their third in a row and handed Portland its eighth straight loss, beating the Trail Blazers 120-106 in the NBA on Wednesday night. Garrison Mathews hit five 3-points and scored a season-high 21 points to help the Hawks remain 10th in the Eastern Conference and avenge a 106-102 loss in Portland on March 13. Matthews led the Atlanta backups to 41 points. Bogdan Bogdanovic added 16 points and five assists, and Clint Capela had 16 points and 10 rebounds. READ: NBA: Hawks hold onto Dejounte Murray as trade deadline ends https://twitter.com/HawksOnBally/status/1773167238184353830 "(Mur...Keep on reading: NBA: Dejounte Murray, Hawks hand Trail Blazers 8th straight loss
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Danica Sotto unbothered by cheating allegations about husband Marc Pingris
Danica Sotto-Pingris stays "calm" as she seemingly shrugs off cheating speculations involving her husband Marc Pingris and actress Kim Rodriguez. The allegations apparently arose after netizens noticed photos of Pingris and Rodriguez that were taken at the same spot in Sydney, Australia, as pointed out by X user @auntieselinamo on Wednesday, March 27. Also included in the post is a screenshot of Facebook photos shared in August 2023 that showed the two posing with fans in the same location. "Marc Pingris and Kim Rodriguez spotted in the same places. Are these edited photos or merely a coincidence?" the X user captioned its post. https://twitter.com/auntieselinamo/status/1...Keep on reading: Danica Sotto unbothered by cheating allegations about husband Marc Pingris
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NBA: Brandon Miller has career-high seven 3s, Hornets beat Cavaliers
CHARLOTTE, N.C. --- Rookie Brandon Miller made a career-high seven 3-pointers and finished with 31 points, and the Charlotte Hornets beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 118-111 in the NBA on Wednesday night to avenge a 23-point loss earlier in the week. Miles Bridges and Tre Mann each added 17 points and Grant Williams had 16 off the bench for Charlotte (18-54), which shot 58% from the field to snap a five-game losing streak. Vasa Micic had 11 points and 12 assists, and Nick Richards added 11 points and 10 rebounds. But it was Miller who provided the boost --- and the knockout blow with a 3 with 25 seconds left --- for the Hornets. READ: NBA: Miles Bridges scores 27 as Hornets turn...Keep on reading: NBA: Brandon Miller has career-high seven 3s, Hornets beat Cavaliers
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Saso, Pagdanganan seek redemption at Ford Championship
Yuka Saso and Bianca Pagdanganan are determined to bounce back from their recent LPGA Tour performances as they mix it up with the world’s best in the Ford Championship.
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Yen on intervention watch; Asia shares subdued
SINGAPORE --- The yen languished near its weakest in decades on Thursday though the threat of intervention from Japanese authorities kept investors leery of pushing the currency to a new low, while Asian stocks rose ahead of a key U.S. inflation reading. Markets were largely rangebound ahead of Friday's much-anticipated U.S. core personal consumption expenditures (PCE) price index data, the Federal Reserve's preferred measure of inflation. Few markets will be open to digest the new reading, however, given the long Easter weekend in many countries. Heightened focus was also on the yen, which was last little changed at 151.30 per dollar, having slid to a 34-year low of 151.975 in...Keep on reading: Yen on intervention watch; Asia shares subdued
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F1: Ex-boss Guenther Steiner not surprised by Haas’ scoring start
LONDON--Former Haas boss Guenther Steiner said he was not surprised by the team's stronger than expected start to the Formula One season and suggested they had deliberately talked down their prospects. New principal Ayao Komatsu warned before the Bahrain season-opener on March 2 that U.S.-owned Haas, who finished last of the 10 teams overall in 2023, were likely to be running near the back of the field initially. Kevin Magnussen was 12th in that race before team mate Nico Hulkenberg finished 10th in Saudi Arabia. Both drivers were then in the points with ninth and 10th places in Australia last Sunday. READ: F1: Haas launches protest after Australian Grand Prix "The te...Keep on reading: F1: Ex-boss Guenther Steiner not surprised by Haas’ scoring start
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Beautycon 2024: Highlights, spotted celebs, top brands from the beauty event of the year
For the first time ever, SM Beauty, Watsons and LOOK At Me got together to power Beautycon 2024, a free-entrance beauty and lifestyle event held from March 20 to 23 at SMX Manila Halls 1 and 2.
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