MANILA — Chocolate Lover Inc., a well-known baking supply store in Cubao with a castle-like structure, is closing this December after nearly forty years of operation. On Tuesday, November 18, its owner, entrepreneur Annie Carmona-Lim, revealed the sad news via a social media post. Known as “Chocolate Queen,” Lim made the announcement that the store … Read more
When Universal Pictures split their musical adaptation of “Wicked” into two pictures, the move was condemned by some critics as a cynical — if phenomenally successful — money grab. But with “Wicked: For Good” available in theaters around the world this week, its cast and creators believe the decision has freed them up to expand … Read more
Rosa Rosal was a Filipino star whose fame was matched by decades of unselfish national service. Her legacy goes much beyond film, demonstrating that genuine stardom is determined by the impact one makes on the lives of others. She has been an entertainment superstar, saved lives with the Philippine Red Cross, and supported other students. … Read more
WASHINGTON — On Tuesday, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman will sign defense and nuclear agreements during his first visit to the US since journalist Jamal Khashoggi was killed in 2018. He will also receive a sumptuous welcome from US President Donald Trump. Despite the fact that the prince is merely the de facto ruler … Read more
BEIJING, China — As a diplomatic spat between Beijing and Tokyo escalates, at least two Japanese film screenings will be delayed in China, according to the state media. China’s state media plays a crucial role in shaping public sentiment, and this move reflects Beijing’s increasing use of cultural diplomacy as a tool in its broader … Read more
Liza Soberano, a Filipina-American actress, released “Red Ferrari,” her latest single, on music platforms last Friday. After teasing her new project for a few days, Liza finally released the sophisticated and seductive song. “You ready to catch my drift? Red Ferrari comes out November 14 ❤️🔥🏎️💋,” said a teaser video Liza posted on her Instagram … Read more
According to South Korean authorities on Sunday, K-pop star Nana assisted in subduing a house intruder and is recuperating in the hospital after sustaining injuries during the altercation. The K-pop star’s home was broken into early on Saturday by a man in his 30s, who was apprehended by Nana and her mother. According to South … Read more
On Monday morning, thousands of Iglesia ni Cristo (INC) members who had spent the night in Manila’s Quirino Grandstand got ready for the second day of the group’s three-day rally calling for government transparency. Participants set up camp before dawn for the morning program, filling the Quirino Grandstand grounds with tents, sleeping mats, and temporary … Read more
On November 13, Kapamilya actress Xyriel Manabat addressed to body-shaming remarks on social media by sharing a number of dancing videos on Instagram and TikTok. The former housemate from Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Collab Edition posted videos of herself enjoying a dance trend and lip-syncing to a song, along with a message criticizing the frequent … Read more
The Philippines is looking to match Singapore’s capacity for hyperscale data centers, according to the Department of Information and Communications Technology. According to DICT Secretary Henry Aguda, the government wants to increase the number of hyperscalers from less than 200 megawatts to 1 gigawatt. Hyperscale data centers are cloud computing facilities designed for large-scale computing … Read more
