The annual Metro Manila Film Festival recognized another roster of talents on Saturday, December 27, at the Gabi ng Parangal held in Makati City. Many Filipino talents and celebrities graced the event, including Kapuso stars who showed another wave of excellence in the film industry. Check out some of the Kapuso attendees at the MMFF Gabi ng Parangal in this gallery.
HOUSTON— Kevin Durant scored 30 points in three quarters to lead the Houston Rockets to an easy 117-100 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers in the NBA on Saturday night. The Rockets won their second straight after they lost four of their previous five games. Durant, who also had seven assists and four rebounds, didn’t play in the fourth quarter with Houston up by 27 points after three. The Cavaliers cut the lead to 12 on a basket by Darius Garland with about seven minutes left in the third quarter before Houston used a 15-0 run to make it 85-58 about […]... Keep on reading: NBA: Kevin Durant scores 30 as Rockets rout Cavaliers
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NEW ORLEANS— Devin Booker scored 20 points, including two clutch jumpers down the stretch, and the Phoenix Suns beat the New Orleans Pelicans 123-114 in the NBA on Saturday night for a two-game sweep of their back-to-back set. Booker led seven Suns in double figures. Dillon Brooks had 18 points, Collin Gillespie scored 17, Jordan Goodwin added 16 and Royce O’Neale finished with 15. READ: NBA: Devin Booker rallies Suns past Pelicans Trey Muphy III had 24 points for the Pelicans, and Zion Williamson scored 22 off the bench on 8-of-11 shooting. Rookie center Derik Queen had 21 points and […]... Keep on reading: NBA: Devin Booker leads Suns past Pelicans in testy game
Amid the resignation of two commissioners of the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI), President Marcos would rather see the passage of a bill seeking to create an Independent People’s Commission (IPC), Malacañang stressed Saturday. Read:
NewsWatch Plus summarizes some hot-button national topics as the year comes to a close - the May elections, flood control corruption, and issues that hounded the Duterte family, among others.
SACRAMENTO, California— Russell Westbrook scored 21 points and moved past Magic Johnson for seventh place on the NBA’s career assists list while leading the Sacramento Kings to a 113-107 win over the Dallas Mavericks on Saturday. Westbrook grabbed five rebounds, and his nine assists gave him 10,149 — eight more than Johnson. READ: NBA: Russell Westbrook joining Sacramento Kings for his 18th season The 37-year-old Westbroook also moved within nine points of tying Dominique Wilkins for 19th on the NBA’s scoring chart while propelling Sacramento to its third victory in 13 games. Dallas got within 111-107 with nine seconds remaining […]... Keep on reading: NBA: Westbrook passes Magic Johnson in assists as Kings win
Handa na ba kayo sa best Linggo ever! Ihahandog ng All-Out Sundays ang Best of 2025. Isang year-end celebration na puno ng best P-pop groups, pinaka-solid na OPM performances, best tanungan, at all-out musical kulitan na siguradong tatatak sa inyong Sunday! Tunghayan ang ALL-OUT celebration ng inyong AyOS Barkada sa paboritong musical tambayan ng lahat, 'All-Out Sundays,' ngayong Linggo, 12PM! #AllOutSundays Watch GMA's latest musical variety show, 'All Out Sundays' every Sunday afternoon on GMA Network featuring the biggest Kapuso stars: Rayver Cruz, Julie Anne San Jose, Christian Bautista, Mark Bautista, Kyline Alcantara, Derrick Monasterio, Rita Daniela, and many more! #AllOutSundays #AOS
Suzie (Maureen Larrazabal) secretly lets her ex-boyfriend into the mansion, and Karen (Barbie Forteza) catches him stealing. But could there be another witness ready to reveal the truth?
Fueled by jealousy and resentment, Carla (Jhoana Marie Tan) attempts to sabotage the friendship that Anna, Karen, and Nina have worked so hard to build.
After suffering through false accusations and being forced to leave the mansion, Anna (Krystal Reyes), Karen (Barbie Forteza), and Nina (Joyce Ching) are warmly welcomed back by Carmela (Sandy Andolong) and Xernan (Juan Rodrigo), who now regret their earlier judgment.
After suffering through false accusations and being forced to leave the mansion, Anna (Krystal Reyes), Karen (Barbie Forteza), and Nina (Joyce Ching) are warmly welcomed back by Carmela (Sandy Andolong) and Xernan (Juan Rodrigo), who now regret their earlier judgment.
MANILA, Philippines — Two Chinese men were arrested in Parañaque City for allegedly threatening their compatriot at gunpoint over an allegedly unpaid debt, the Southern Police District (SPD) said Sunday. The suspects — identified as “Haoxin,” 38, and “France,” 37 — were arrested late Saturday night in the victim’s condominium in Barangay Don Galo, the SPD said in a statement. Police identified the victim only as “Zhenhai.” The SPD said the two suspects went to the victim’s condo to look for an unnamed individual with an allegedly unpaid debt. “When they failed to locate the person, they allegedly turned their […]... Keep on reading: 2 Chinese nabbed in Parañaque for threatening compatriot over debt
MANILA, Philippines — Commuters can enjoy free rides on two major Metro Manila train lines on Rizal Day, December 30, transport authorities said. In separate advisories issued over the weekend, the Light Rail Transit Authority (LRT-2) and the Metro Rail Transit Line 3 (MRT-3) said they will provide free rides during the morning and evening rush hours. For LRT-2, free rides will be available from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. and from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. The first train will depart at 5 a.m., while the last trips will leave Antipolo Station at 10 p.m. and Recto Station at 10:30 p.m. MRT-3 will also offer free rides during the same hours, 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., according to the advisory.
MANILA, Philippines — Commuters can enjoy free rides on two major Metro Manila train lines on Rizal Day, December 30, transport authorities said. In separate advisories issued over the weekend, the Light Rail Transit Authority (LRT-2) and the Metro Rail Transit Line 3 (MRT-3) said they will provide free rides during the morning and evening rush hours. For LRT-2, free rides will be available from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. and from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. The first train will depart at 5 a.m., while the last trips will leave Antipolo Station at 10 p.m. and Recto Station at 10:30 p.m. MRT-3 will also offer free rides during the same hours, 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., according to the advisory.
Actress Carla Abellana looked radiant as she tied the knot for the second time—this time with Dr. Reginald Santos, a high-school friend whose love story with the actress came full circle in an intimate and elegant celebration on Saturday. For her wedding day, Carla embraced simple sophistication, choosing bridal looks that reflected quiet confidence and marking a meaningful new chapter in her life. Related gallery: Carla Abellana's journey of healing and new love During her wedding preparations, Carla wore a simple, sheer white lace dress made of delicate fabric, adorned with subtle floral details, giving the look an almost ethereal quality. Worn with her hair down in soft waves and paired with natural, glowing makeup, the ensemble felt personal and unpretentious—allowing Carla's natural beauty to shine. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mariah Santos (@mariahsantos23) For the ceremony itself, Carla transformed into a vision of classic bridal elegance. She wore a structured, white wedding gown with a square neckline, complemented by a long, lace-trimmed veil that added a timeless, romantic touch. The clean lines of the dress highlighted her poise, while the intricate lace details added a softness to the overall look. Her hair was styled neatly beneath the veil, and her makeup remained fresh and refined, with rosy cheeks, softly defined eyes, and a natural pink lip—striking the perfect balance between tradition and modern restraint. A bouquet of white blooms completed the look, reinforcing the purity and simplicity of her bridal aesthetic. This wedding marks Carla's second marriage; the actress previously married actor Tom Rodriguez in October 2021, with their divorce finalized in the U.S. in June 2022 and recognized in the Philippine court by June 2024. Meanwhile, check out these practical celebrity brides who shine in their wedding gowns under PhP5,000
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