Since the start of this year, the Philippines has been facing one great hurdle after another. Despite the gravity, Filipinos have been known to deal with problems head on. It has been three months since the government has declared community quarantine in most cities and provinces in the Philippines. As the country continues to fight …
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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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Two new original series from iWant will be premiering this June: 'Beauty Queens' helmed by Joel Lamangan and the newest episode of 'Ampalaya Chronicles' titled 'Labyu Hehe' starring PBB Otso's KarJon. Seizing the spotlight on iWant this month is Miss Universe 1969 Gloria Diaz, who plays the matriarch of a family of pageant winners in …
Asia’s Songbird Regine Velasquez-Alcasid will share her talent in a free online concert—“Regine: Joy From Home”—to support the Jollibee Group’s FoodAID Coin Bank that will raise funds to provide food for low-income communities who are affected during this COVID-19 pandemic. For the first time, the coin banks that used to be found only on the counters …
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Make some noise, Philippines! Watch Jo Koy's 'In His Elements' official trailer and see it exclusively on Netflix on Independence Day, June 12. https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=719241301949412 For the first time ever, comedian Jo Koy takes Netflix to the Philippines in his new special, Jo Koy: In His Elements. Koy celebrates his heritage by telling jokes about life …
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In celebration of its 200k and more views on YouTube and being the first full boys love (BL) series in the Philippines, I decided to review or talk about what I thought and how I felt about it. When it was announced a week ago, I was excited to see what The IdeaFirst Company can …
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