Taylor Swift makes multimillion-dollar donations to 3 charities this Christmas

Taylor Swift makes multimillion-dollar donations to 3 charities this Christmas

Taylor Swift made multimillion-dollar donations to three major US charities addressing hunger, heart disease, and the welfare of music professionals this Christmas season. According to statements released by the nonprofits this week, the singer donated $1 million to Feeding America, $1 million to the American Heart Association, and a separate donation to MusiCares, the charitable arm of the Recording Academy, which supports artists facing hardships. The American Heart Association said Swift’s donation will help fund “scientific research, prevention programs, and expanded access to cardiovascular care.”  Incidentally, the pop star’s father, Scott Swift, underwent quintuple bypass surgery earlier this year. We’re […]... Keep on reading: Taylor Swift makes multimillion-dollar donations to 3 charities this Christmas

Classier standard in the South

Classier standard in the South

Written by: John Ian Lee Fulgar Susana Heights has long greeted motorists along the South Luzon Expressway (SLEx) as a familiar rise of trees and rooftops, a quiet landmark that hints at a gentler pace just beyond the toll gates. This year, that familiar name gained a new layer of meaning. Under Signature Series by SM Residences, the estate is the first expression of a premium residential line that aims to set a fresh standard for how the South lives, invests, and aspires. Signature as a new mark Signature Series serves as SM Prime Holdings’ entry into the premium and […]... Keep on reading: Classier standard in the South

Carla Abellana celebrates 'last Christmas as a Miss'

Carla Abellana celebrates 'last Christmas as a Miss'

Carla Abellana marked her last Christmas as a single woman, reflecting on it a few moments ahead of her wedding with her non-showbiz beau. The actress, who is reportedly set to tie the knot with her fiancé this December, shared via her Instagram Stories on Friday, Dec. 26, a quote card that read, “Last Christmas as a Miss.” Prior to this, Abellana was treated to a bridal shower at a spa, as seen on her Instagram page. The actress enjoyed the intimate gathering with her mother and her friends. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Carla Abellana […]... Keep on reading: Carla Abellana celebrates 'last Christmas as a Miss'

Early Saturday morning fire kills mother and 2 children in Leyte town

Early Saturday morning fire kills mother and 2 children in Leyte town

TACLOBAN CITY — Three members of a family, including two children, died after fire razed their home in Barangay District I, Babatngon, Leyte in the early hours of Saturday, December 27. The report comes from the local fire station and the Police Regional Office in Eastern Visayas (PRO-8). Based on initial dispatches from the Babatngon Fire Station, the blaze broke out at around 12:30 a.m. at a house located in Block 70, Lot 7, Channel Ridge View. Firefighters declared the incident under control at about 2:49 a.m. The victims were identified as “Marie,” 34, a self-employed resident and mother; and […]... Keep on reading: Early Saturday morning fire kills mother and 2 children in Leyte town

Authorized firecracker, fireworks display zones in Central Luzon marked

Authorized firecracker, fireworks display zones in Central Luzon marked

CAMP OLIVAS, Pampanga — The Police Regional Office in Central Luzon (PRO-3) has released the official list of authorized community firecracker selling zones and fireworks display areas across Central Luzon. This record is part of intensified measures to prevent firecracker-related injuries during the holiday season. A total of 196 authorized community firecracker zones has been identified throughout the region – Aurora,13; Bataan, 5; Bulacan, 73; Nueva Ecija, 28; Pampanga, 24; Tarlac, 14; and Zambales, 39. Meanwhile, 153 authorized fireworks display zones have likewise been designated: Aurora, 2; Bataan, 3; Bulacan, 69; Nueva Ecija, 27; Pampanga, 16; Tarlac, 8; Zambales, 26; and […]... Keep on reading: Authorized firecracker, fireworks display zones in Central Luzon marked

Carla Abellana's journey of healing and new love

Carla Abellana's journey of healing and new love

Kapuso Primetime Goddess Carla Abellana is a picture of strength and grace in the eyes of the public. Her highly-publicized separation from her ex-husband Tom Rodriguez in 2022 was a difficult moment for the homegrown Kapuso actress. But fast-forward to today, she has announced that she is already "healed" and "ready" to move on. In fact, this month, the former Widows' War star quietly shared that she is now engaged. Take a look and learn from Carla's journey of healing and finding new love in this gallery.

The Cure guitarist and keyboard player Perry Bamonte dies aged 65

The Cure guitarist and keyboard player Perry Bamonte dies aged 65

The Cure guitarist and keyboard player Perry Bamonte has died aged 65, the legendary British dark rock band announced on Friday, Dec. 26. Bamonte, who became a full member of The Cure in 1990, “passed away after a short illness at home over Christmas,” according to a statement published on the band’s website. READ: British singer Chris Rea dies at 74, days before Christmas “It is with enormous sadness that we confirm the death of our great friend and bandmate Perry Bamonte,” it said. “Quiet, intensive, intuitive, constant and hugely creative, ‘Teddy’ was a warm hearted and vital part of The Cure […]... Keep on reading: The Cure guitarist and keyboard player Perry Bamonte dies aged 65

Pagasa: Amihan, easterlies to trigger light rains across PH

Pagasa: Amihan, easterlies to trigger light rains across PH

MANILA, Philippines — Cloudy and wet weather may persist across the country, as the continued effects of the northeast monsoon, locally known as amihan, and easterlies are forecast to trigger light rain showers on Saturday, according to the state weather bureau. Based on its 4 a.m. forecast released on its website, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical […]... Keep on reading: Pagasa: Amihan, easterlies to trigger light rains across PH