With the ongoing pandemic, the COVID-19 virus has been on everybody’s mind, causing tremendous anxiety and fear in everyone. While undeniably COVID-19 has resulted in a health crisis of unparalleled proportions, the issue of HIV in the Philippines alongside that of LGBTQIA+ community concerns still remains a critical one, more so in view of the …
PLDT Home’s live fundraising concert titled “At Home with PLDT: No Learner Left Behind” successfully raised over Php 1 Million worth of funds to help address the challenges of many students, teachers, and schools nationwide as they adapt to the new normal in education and online distance learning. Asia’s Songbird Regine Velasquez-Alcasid and Ogie Alcasid …
While we indulge in light and perky boys love (BL) series today like 'Gameboys' and 'Hello, Stranger,' a new series which aims to be more grounded and incorporate what we Pinoys call "hugot" will arrive this weekend, July 11, 8PM a the YouTube channel of USPHTV. A different take on what usually is tackled lightly. …
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What if a past romance comes back? From Uncle Scott Global Productions, Unframed Media Film Production and Fringe Media Production, is a new Pinoy boys love (BL) series starring Miguel Villasis and Genesis Redido. Watch the official trailer below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ya55ZitOnV4 ‘In Betweent’ is about childhood friends Taurus and Otep. They’re inseperable ever since they’ve become …
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MANILA, Philippines--As part of the concluding celebration of Pride Month, Google will hold an online event called “Pride Conversations” to create a discussion and champion some of today’s inspiring members of the Filipino LGBTQ+ community. This will be streamed live on Google Philippines YouTube channel on June 30, 2020 at 5:00PM. The speakers of the …
It doesn’t come as a surprise that many people rely on the strength of their fathers as the heads of the family. Some fathers may be goofy, and some may be quiet, but one thing is for sure – dads have that natural ability to bring out the warmest smiles and unyielding courage in everybody …
This Pride Month, Netflix puts the spotlight on representation through a diverse slate of shows and films, as well as celebrating local queer talent. Netflix collaborated with five talented Filipino drag queens who showcased their skills by transforming into their favorite Netflix characters, head to toe. “Representation in the media is absolutely important for me …
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MANILA, JUNE 2020 - ICYMI, the long-running noontime show “Eat Bulaga” featured a few favorite TikTok creators on its “Bawal Judgmental!” segment last June 16. “Bawal Judgmental!” is a simple game where the player of the day, usually a celebrity guest, must choose the correct answer to a question from among a group of seven …
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This Pride Month, Netflix puts the spotlight on representation and what it means to LGBTQIA+ Filipinos. Jethro Ian and Pandesaii are two talented Pinoy artists who share their favorite LGBTQIA+ characters on Netflix through stunning artwork in their own signature style. “[Representation] is really important, especially for young LGBTQIA+ kids. Seeing ourselves being represented authentically …
At the height of the pandemic, while everyone was in quarantine, the think tank of The IdeaFirst Company challenged themselves to create a series that can be shot remotely with everyone just in their respective homes. The result of this is a YouTube series called GAMEBOYS, and without any fanfare or big promotions, it already hit …
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